HONOR X9b, CHOICE X5 Earbuds and CHOICE Watch to launch on February 15

Consumer tech brand HONOR is expanding its product lineup in India with the introduction of two new categories: the HONOR Choice Earbuds X5 and HONOR Choice Watch, accompanying the launch of the HONOR X9b smartphone on February 15. The HONOR X9b, featuring a 6.78-inch 1.5K curved AMOLED 'Ultra-Bounce Anti-Drop' display, highlights a 5,800 mAh battery with a three-year anti-ageing guarantee, ensuring lasting power. Expected to run on MagicOS 7.2 UI based on Android 13, this marks HONOR's second offering in India following its comeback in the market last year with the HONOR 90 5G. The HONOR Choice Earbuds X5, offering ANC up to 35 decibels and a 35-hour battery life, comes with the HONOR AI Space companion app. The HONOR Choice Watch features a 1.95-inch AMOLED Ultra-thin display, built-in GPS, and a one-click SOS calling function, providing a 12-day battery life and 5 ATM water resistance. All three devices will be exclusively available for purchase on Amazon.

WhatsApp Introducing 'Favorite Contacts' Feature for Swift Call Placement

WhatsApp, the instant messaging platform owned by Meta, is reportedly in the process of developing a new feature that will enhance call placement convenience for iOS users. The upcoming 'favourite contacts' feature, discovered by WABetaInfo, aims to boost overall accessibility by offering users a quick and intuitive shortcut to directly call their preferred contacts from the calls tab. Positioned prominently at the top of the calls tab, this feature ensures a phone call is just one tap away, streamlining the communication process. According to the report, designating certain contacts as favorites will ensure their visibility at the forefront of the calling interface, promising a more personalized and efficient user experience. Although still in development, this feature is expected to be included in a future app update.

Meanwhile, WhatsApp has introduced another feature for iOS users, enabling them to create, edit, and share stickers derived from their photos. This creative addition enhances the platform's functionality, allowing users to customize and share their sticker creations within group chats. The rollout of this sticker feature on iOS was announced by WhatsApp through a post on Instagram.

Noise ColorFit Vivid Call 2 smartwatch

Indian electronics manufacturer Noise is poised to release the ColorFit Vivid Call 2, expanding its ColorFit series. Already available on Amazon India, the smartwatch offers a 1.85-inch TFT display with over 150 watch faces catering to diverse styles. It comes in Jet Black, Forest Green, Space Blue, Sunset Orange, and Metal Black, each with a metallic strap. With a notable battery life of around 7 days, the ColorFit Vivid Call 2 minimizes the need for frequent charging. Featuring Bluetooth calling capabilities enhanced by Noise Buzz, users can manage contacts, access call logs, and use a dial pad directly from the watch. Health monitoring tools, including a Heart Rate Monitor, SpO2 monitor, Sleep Tracking, and Stress Monitor, are part of the Noise Health Suite. Additional functionalities comprise AI Voice Assistance, a calculator, and support for voice commands like ‘Hey Siri’ and ‘Okay Google.’ Designed for daily use, it boasts an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance. While the exact price on Amazon India is pending, the official Noise website lists the ColorFit Vivid Call 2 at Rs 1,199.

Generate Songs with Lyrics and Voice in Seconds with Microsoft Copilot

Microsoft Copilot, formerly known as Bing Chat, introduces a new plugin enabling users to generate songs in seconds using Suno, an AI-powered music-creation tool. This feature, available as a Copilot plug-in, allows users to create songs, complete with lyrics, instrumentals, and singing voice, based on a single text prompt. While these AI-generated songs are limited to non-commercial use and cannot be monetized on platforms like Spotify and YouTube, they can be shared on social media. Users can follow simple steps on the Copilot website to explore this creative music generation process.

Louis Vuitton Reveals Horizon Light Up Earphones

Luxury brand Louis Vuitton has entered the wireless earbud arena with its latest offering, the Horizon Light Up model, boasting an impressive 28-hour battery life and priced at $1,660 (Rs 1.38 lakhs). Available in red, blue to violet gradient, golden, black, and silver, these earphones showcase a sophisticated design with a lightweight aluminum frame and a polished sapphire layer featuring the brand's iconic monogram pattern. The charging case, made of polished stainless steel, displays the luxury brand name, accompanied by a black glass lid surrounded by an LED light ring with connected monogram patterns. Offering Bluetooth Multipoint functionality for simultaneous audio streaming from two sources, the earphones include features like active noise reduction and a dedicated microphone for calls, effectively eliminating background noise. Louis Vuitton emphasizes user-friendly aspects, providing a travel case for easy attachment to a belt loop or bag. The earphones promise a delightful blend of innovation and creativity, catering to fashion enthusiasts and audiophiles alike, marking a new era in state-of-the-art wireless in-ear audio.

Experience Three Months of Apple Music for Free with Latest Limited-Time Offer

Apple Music, a leading music streaming service, is extending a special offer, granting new users a complimentary three-month subscription. Unlike its usual paid subscription model, this limited-time offer allows new subscribers to enjoy Apple Music without any additional purchase requirements. The promotion is exclusively available to users who have never subscribed to Apple Music or Apple One in the past, particularly those accessing the service for the first time through their Apple ID. To avail of this offer, users need to log in using their Apple ID on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac running the latest software version.

TomTom Teams Up with Microsoft to Develop AI Voice Assistant for Vehicles

TomTom, a specialist in digital maps and location technology, has joined forces with Microsoft to create an AI voice assistant tailored for vehicles. This automotive assistant facilitates voice interactions for location searches, infotainment, and vehicle commands. Drivers can engage in a "conversation" with the vehicle, asking questions about navigation, adjusting temperature, opening windows, or changing radio stations using voice commands. The AI assistant utilizes various Microsoft products, including Azure OpenAI Service, Azure Kubernetes Services, Azure Cosmos DB, and Azure Cognitive Services. Initially integrated into TomTom's Digital Cockpit, the in-vehicle infotainment platform, it is designed for potential integration into other automotive infotainment systems.

Truke Clarity Six launched

Truke has unveiled its latest addition to the TWS earbuds lineup with the introduction of the Truke Clarity Six. Serving as the successor to the Clarity 5, which made its debut in August 2023, these in-ear-styled earbuds boast 13mm Titanium drivers and leverage the power of Six Mic Environmental Noise Cancellation Technology. This technology enhances call quality, providing users with a more immersive and clear communication experience. The earbuds offer an impressive total playtime of 80 hours, ensuring extended usage without frequent recharging. Users can tailor their audio experience using the three preset equalizer modes, catering to different preferences and genres.

One notable feature is the Dual connectivity, allowing users to seamlessly connect to two devices simultaneously. For gamers, the 35ms low-latency mode enhances the gaming experience, minimizing delays for more responsive gameplay. The earbuds support Bluetooth v5.3 for instant pairing, ensuring a quick and hassle-free connection to compatible devices.