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TWS Echo Buds 2nd Gen Is Now Available In India.

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In India, Amazon has released the Echo Buds (2nd Gen) true wireless stereo (TWS) earphones. The latest device in the brand’s Echo lineup features a 5.7mm dynamic driver as well as Bluetooth v5 connectivity. Active noise cancellation is included in the new Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) TWS earphones (ANC). These have Amazon Alexa built-in, as well as Siri and Google Assistant voice assistant support, allowing users to control a paired smartphone without touching it. For sweat resistance, the pair is rated IPX4. Customers have the option of selecting from a variety of case types. With ANC and Hands-Free Alexa enabled, the new TWS Echo Buds are said to provide up to five hours of music playback on a full charge.

Specifications And Features

The new Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) TWS earphones are powered by 5.7mm speaker drivers, according to the specifications. Three microphones are housed in each earbud for improved audio clarity. The earbuds are in-ear, but Amazon claims that their narrow nozzles reduce ear pressure and allow them to be worn for longer periods of time. Four sets of ear tips and two sets of wingtips in various sizes are included with the wireless earbuds. On each earbud, there are touch controls.

Amazon claims that the active noise cancellation in the Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) TWS earphones provides an immersive audio experience by cancelling ambient noise. Aside from ANC, the new earbuds have a Passthrough Mode that allows the user to hear environmental sounds when needed, allowing them to be more aware of their surroundings.

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The new TWS earbuds have an Alexa voice assistant built-in, allowing users to control the device without touching it. Simple voice commands can be used to play music, podcasts, and other media. Android 6.0 and iOS 12 or higher support Alexa voice control. Furthermore, with a paired smartphone, Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) support both Google Assistant and Siri.

The Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) are said to have multiple privacy controls, according to Amazon. The Alexa app allows users to silence the microphones. Users can also access, listen to, and delete their recordings at any time. Amazon’s new TWS earbuds are sweat-resistant to IPX4 standards. The Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) also have Bluetooth v5 connectivity. Both Android and iOS devices can be used with them. Accelerometer, proximity sensor, touch sensor, and hall sensor are among the sensors on the TWS earbuds.

The new Amazon earbuds come with USB Type-C connectivity and are said to provide up to five hours of music playback on a single charge when using ANC and Hands-Free Alexa. When combined with the charging case, the Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) TWS earphones are said to provide up to 15 hours of playtime. With ANC and Hands-Free Alexa turned off, the earbuds alone are said to provide up to 6.5 hours of music playback time on a full charge. With a 15-minute quick charge, Amazon claims the earbuds can play music for up to 2 hours. The earbuds measure 20.0×19.1×19.1mm and weigh 5.7 grammes without ear tips.

Price And Availability

In India, the Amazon Echo Buds (2nd Gen) TWS earphones with a USB Type-C wired charging case cost Rs. 11,999. A higher-end model with a wireless charging case will set you back Rs. 13,999. Amazon is offering a Rs. 1,000 discount on both options as a launch offer. The earbuds are currently available for purchase on Amazon India in the colour black.

Sennheiser Electronic: A Revolutionary Change in the World of Audio

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It is no wonder that earphones and wireless headsets have become such an integral part of our lives. Whether travelling on public transport and trying to avoid the unwanted noise or taking a long walk all alone, we always manage to carry one of these viable inventions. But with time we all expect some advancement of products especially when it comes down to gadgets.

Sennheiser Electronic is one such company which specializes in the production of far-ranging audio streaming products with latest designs and flawless modifications. The company mainly focuses on producing headphones, earphones, microphones and other such accessories which are useful to people on both personal and professional level.

The glorious past of the company

Sennheiser Electronics was founded in 1945 by Fritz Sennheiser, and with only seven engineers the company created their first product, a tube voltmeter. Initially, the name of the company was Labor W, where W was the shortened form for Wennebostel, the village, where they formed the laboratory and built their first product. In 1946, the company started producing microphones with DM 1, followed by developing microphones with DM 2 in 1947. The company manufactured their first geophysical equipment in 1949, along with geophones and the first noise compensated microphone.

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In 1950, the company, then known as Lab W, manufactured their first microphone transformers, mixing amplifiers and pre-amplifiers. The company excelled in designing their products in such a way that it attracted audience throughout the world. And by the time their products were in huge demand, and they started focusing on miniaturization which led to the designing of magnetic miniature headphones in 1952. In 1953, they started building miniature transformers used in hearing aid which was followed by the launching of classic MD 21 microphone. By the end of the first decade since the establishment of Lab W, they created the first interference tube microphone for the television industry and also hired 250 employees. This was just the stepping stone towards something way bigger and innovative!

In the next decade, the MD 83 microphone was built with a reversible transducer that was used as both microphone and loudspeaker. In 1956, they invented a wireless system in association with German Broadcaster NDR. And it was in 1958 that the company was renamed as Sennheiser Electronic from Labor W. In the following years the company built stereo microphones, first answering machine, baby monitor and active loudspeakers.

In 1968 the company built the world’s first open headphones which marked one of the huge successes in the history of Sennheiser Electronics. In 1973, the company got transformed into a limited partnership (KG). The company also built a lot of accessories for wireless transmission and started using infrared technologies from 1975. Till date, the company has developed innumerable technologies to enhance the level of the sound system, especially, the new shotgun microphones which have truly set some new standards in the world of audio transmission.

Achievements of Sennheiser Electronic

Well, the exceptional achievements of the company are truly phenomenal. Starting from a small group of seven engineers to producing more than 10 million units of a product to quench the need of customers is a real success indeed!

Though it is next to impossible to mention all the achievements of Sennheiser Electronics because they are uncountable, here are a few majestic triumphs that are worth mentioning:

• In 1959, Fritz Sennheiser was made an honorary professor of Hanover Technical University.

• In 1977, the company formed a second production plant Burgdorf.

• In 1982, the company was handed over by Fritz Sennheiser to his son Jörg Sennheiser.

• In 1987, Fritz Sennheiser received a prestigious award from 59th Academy Awards for manufacturing MKH 816 shotgun microphone.

• In 1988, the foundation of Sennheiser France took place followed by Sennheiser UK in 1990, Sennheiser Electronic Corporation, USA, Sennheiser Canada and Sennheiser Belux in 1991.

• In 1990, a third production plant was built in Tullamore, Ireland. This is a very vivid example of how rapidly the company was growing.

• In 1991, they launched the best headphones in the entire world, the electrostatic Orpheus.

• In the following years founding of Sennheiser Asia (1992), Sennheiser Nederland (1995) and Sennheiser Mexico (1995) took place.

• In 1996, the company was awarded Emmy Award for reaching the pinnacle in wireless technology. The company was also transformed into a private limited company in this year (GmbH & Co. KG).

• In 1997, the second unit of R&D was opened in Burbank, California.

• In 1999, Georg Neumann GmbH was awarded Technical Grammy of The National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences and the company received German Industry Innovation Award for the optical microphone.

• In 2000, the company built its fourth production plant in Albuquerque, USA.

• In 2015, to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the company, it opened its innovation campus, which has the most modern technologies in the entire world of communication technology.

These are just a few grand achievements among the arsenal of glories it received from the entire world.

The moral foundation of the company

Sennheiser believes in strong passion, curiosity, dedication, and a clear vision to mould a perfect tomorrow. They believe in fulfilling the need of their customers, which truly is the most important hack to grow an industry. Ever since the company has been founded, it has only witnessed the sweet success or that is what it appears to be. The company believes in sustainability, cooperative work, maintaining ethics, and respecting human dignity. And, their strong belief and dedication, have helped them reach where they are today, to set a perfect example of a grandiose foundation.

The Six Best Gadgets of 2018 that became the Favourites of All

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2018 showcased a number of gadgets and devices, some of which failed badly and some of which were incredibly good at performance. Many gadgets gave the device goals, even to their rival companies along with tough competition. The year is coming to an end, and still, many companies are coming with their new ideas and launches. But as there are only a few days left for the new year, we are already set with our list of the 6 best gadgets of 2018.

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Microsoft Surface Go: The Microsoft Surface Go is a ten inches netbook from Microsoft, which is not as powerful as much as a Windows desktop or laptop computer, but still is one of the best netbooks. The device ships with Windows 10, which is a plus point over the other tablets, as Windows is more versatile than iOS or Android. The device provides you with the facial recognition technique, Windows Hello and is faster than any other low price laptops. The device comes with a sleek keyboard, that also has a touchpad, that enables to move the cursor on the screen.

Fat Shark 101: Fat Shark 101 is a ready-to-fly FPV racer kit for the FPV pilots, that comes with a quadcopter, FPV Goggles and radio transmitter. As the name suggests, the Fat Shark 101’s design is similar to a shark, it even as a fin and a shark tail. The kit is based on three levels, beginners, intermediate and expert. It comes with brushed motors along with two extra brushed motors. The Fat Shark 101 is embedded with two batteries which can be easily charged via USB cables. The cost of the FPV kit is a bit on the expensive side, but still, its performance makes it worth that much.

Oculus Go: Oculus Go, a virtual reality headset from Oculus is a wireless standalone VR Box, that runs independently of a smartphone or PC. Powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 processor, the VR box has got integrated speakers and microphones, along with a high-resolution fast-switch panel. Performance wise, it is as good as the Oculus Rift. It is a premium device, at an affordable price that still has not been launched in India, but can be ordered online through Amazon.

Bose Sleepbuds: As the name suggests, the Bose Sleepbuds are specially designed to eliminate the disruption and the noise with soothing sounds to help the user get to sleep. The beautifully designed earplugs are super comfortable and are able to mask the outer noise effectively. Though the device is at the higher end of the price, still the earplugs do its job of masking most sounds without damaging the hearing, perfectly.

Nikon Z7: The Nikon Z7 is one of the best-rounded cameras. The lightweight camera is as good as a Nikon DSLR shooter and provides the best quality for the videos as well as stills. It is the first full frame mirror-less camera from Nikon, having three lenses: a 24-70mm f4 ‘kit’ zoom, along with 35mm f1.8 and 50mm f1.8 primes. Although companies like Sony and Canon have already come with their mirror-less cameras much before than Nikon, the Nikon’s patience in launching its first has paid off as it has brought one of the best mirror-less cameras of 2018.

Apple Watch Series 4: Apple’s smartwatches have always been ahead of its contemporaries. The new Series 4 watch not only has a fantastic display, but it also supports many excellent features as well. The watch lets the users handle its calls and messages, and supports LTE. It also supports ECG. The smartwatch is extremely comfortable, and it also comes with the new Activity Competitions, that lets you stay motivated and challenge your friends.