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Mivi Octave 3 Bluetooth Speaker Review: Just Another Face In The Crowd?

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Audio accessories are all hype in the Indian market specifically wireless audio devices such as speakers and headphones. And when you step out to buy a new wireless speaker you are flooded with options to choose from. We have seen a rising trend amongst the homegrown brands debuting into the audio market. Mivi is one of the Indian digital accessories brands that gradually expanded the lineup of its audio products. The company has marked a strong presence across the budget audio market.

One of the recent offerings by Mivi for the Indian audience is the Octave 3 wireless speaker. This latest Octave-series Bluetooth speaker is launched at Rs. 1,999 in India. You get several varieties of speakers under Rs. 2,000 price bracket in India but what gives the Octave 3 an edge over the others? Well, we have tested the latest MiVi Octave Bluetooth speaker’s performance and are breaking down all the pointers in this review article.

Pros And Cons

Pros

  • Sturdy form factor
  • Good bass output
  • Powerful battery backup

Cons

  • A bit hefty to hold
  • Audio clarity is not good at higher volumes

Mivi Octave 3 Bluetooth Speaker: Practical Design?

The Mivi Octave 3 is launched as a portable Bluetooth speaker which from the first look highlights its outdoor-favored design. The Octave 3 wireless speaker has a cylindrical form factor. But it’s not a bland look that you get. A metallic speaker grill wrapping throughout the length and rubber padding on the top and bottom is what gives the sturdy feel. It might feel a bit bulky to hold, so a table placement would be apt. The passive bass radiators on both ends of the speaker will definitely grab your eye.

Specifically; when any audio is playing and you see the radiators vibrating with each beat or thump. Before we dive into the Mivi Octave 3’s audio performance, let’s quickly discuss the remaining design aspect. A small rubber strip is placed on the speaker body that houses all the control keys and also the slot for AUX and USB Type-C port.

The slot has a rubber seal protection against water. Speaking of which, the Mivi Octave 3 Bluetooth speaker features a dust and splashproof design making it apt for outdoor ventures. The non-removable strap on the top of the keys makes it easy to carry around. A tiny LED is placed at the bottom that notifies when the speaker is paired with any device.

Mivi Octave 3 Speaker Audio Performance: Small Package Yet Powerful

The MiVi Octave 3 is a portable Bluetooth speaker but is packed with big 16W drivers. I had a decent experience with its audio delivery. You definitely get the urge to turn up the volume to the max just to see the passive radiators thumping with every drop in the song. While the bass levels are good, you might be disappointed with the audio distortion at the highest levels.

The clarity isn’t as good as you get with 50- 70 percent volume levels. The loudness level is decent for a small or medium-sized room. When outdoors or in open spaces, you would have to keep the speaker at closer proximities to enjoy your favorite tracks. The MiVi Octave 3 also has 360-degree stereo surround support.

Now, there is no dedicated key or mode that you can switch to for this feature. It’s rather is a built-in feature that starts functioning as soon as you hit the play tab. We couldn’t figure out if it made any marginal changes to the audio delivery. It would have been easier for us to compare the audio output if there were an option to toggle between the standard and 360-degree audio profiles.

Mivi Octave 3: Connectivity, Battery Backup

The Mivi Octave 3 is equipped with both wireless as well wired connectivity support. It uses Bluetooth technology and a standard pairing process for wireless connectivity with smartphones, tablets, laptops, and PCs. It also has an AUX port for wired connections.

You can use standard AUX cables for the same. As for the battery, Mivi hasn’t specified the size. However, the claims are around 8 hours on a single charge. If you are playing this speaker at 50 percent volumes, the backup is close to what the company claims. It drops to 6- 7 hours if the volume levels are highest.

Mivi Octave 3 Final Verdict: Worth A Buy?

The MiVi Octave 3 is an intuitively designed Bluetooth speaker. The bass-emphasis design is one of the biggest highlights. But audio is not entirely the strongest forte of the Octave 3. The audio muffle at higher levels is where it misses out on being the perfect buy under Rs. 2,000. But we believe is room for improvements which we will get to see with the next generation Octave speakers.

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Maxhub BM21 Bluetooth Conference Speakerphone Review

The remote working module picked up its pace within the last two years. The work-from-home culture was adopted due to the deadly COVID 19 pandemic situation. This also led to a sudden rise in demand for technology products that make online conferencing easier for the industries. The tech brands even brought in dedicated online conferencing tools, while others enhanced their existing platforms to enhance the video and audio conference experience. Maxhub is one of those brands which is catering to a wide range of audiences with its technologically advanced products.

One of the most useful products by Maxhub for organizations that are frequent with online conferencing is the BM21 Bluetooth Speakerphone. This compact tabletop speaker is an all-in-one solution for audio/video conferencing. The wireless portable speaker integrates 6-Element Microphone Array and high-dynamic speakers for clear audio in a large meeting room.

The Maxhub BM21 Bluetooth speakerphone is priced at around Rs. 29,999 in India. But how good is this speakerphone for daily conferencing? Will it be replacing traditional speakers used for online conferencing or meetings? Is this product worth an investment? We have used the Maxhub BM21 Bluetooth speaker for a while and in this article, we are giving feedback on whether it’s a necessary product for online conferencing or it can be skipped. Read on to Know:\

Pros And Cons

Pros

  • A Dedicated Six-microphone array improves the audio conference experience
  • Support for both wireless and wired connecticity
  • Decent battery backup

Cons

  • Slightly hefty
  • Music listening experience not as good as conference

Maxhub BM21 Bluetooth Speakerphone Design: Compact And Practical

The Maxhub BM21 features a circular tabletop design. The speakerphone is compact in size and can be placed on any desktop or conference table. It doesn’t take up much space and isn’t bulky either. This is one welcome design approach that the Maxhub BM21 Bluetooth speakerphone brings to the table. It features a metallic design with minimal plastic use.

However, it is bulky compared to similar-sized counterparts. The speakerphone has a bunch of physical keys that help with audio control and also pair with supported devices. Speaking of the set of keys, the speakerphone has the volume down key on the top left followed by the Bluetooth pairing, mic off/mute, call, and the volume key. All the keys are LED enabled and they glow up as soon as you power up the speakerphone. Overall, the Maxhub BM21 speakerphone has an apt design for small to medium-sized meeting rooms.

Maxhub BM21 Bluetooth Speakerphone: Features And Audio Performance

What makes the Maxhub BM21 useful for conference calls is the six-microphone array that allows 360-degree audio pickup, high-range dynamic speakers, and hardware-level Zoom certification. The speakerphone has dual sound modes, i.e, music, and call. The speakerphone has independent sound pickup technology and a dual audio amplification system that helps with better audio reception.

The speakerphone does a good job with audio amplification during any meeting. You get to hear the caller’s audio clearly. Increasing the volume level helps if it’s a large conference table or a meeting room. The speaker supports high-fidelity sound transmission that allows for refined audio transmission of every member speaking in the meeting room. At no point, did we find the audio getting muffled even at higher levels. We have tested the speakerphone’s experience with Zoom, Skype, and Google Meet and had a good experience overall.

Maxhub BM21 Bluetooth Speakerphone: Connectivity and Battery Backup

The Maxhub BM21 Bluetooth speakerphone supports both wireless and wired connectivity. It has a 3.5mm headphone jack that lets you pair it with any laptop or computer. The battery capacity isn’t specified, but the company has claimed up to 8 hours of battery life on a single charge. During our testing we found the speakerphone to last around 5 to 6 hours. But you can always plug in the charger if the speakerphone is running out of fuel.

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Realme To Launch Smart TV Stick With FHD 60FPS Support In India: All Details Are Here

Realme is all set to bring a new smartphone to India in April. The Realme GT 2 Pro will be launched on April 7 in the country. Besides, the company is likely to launch a new smart TV stick on the same day. So, let’s find out the details of the upcoming launches.

It is important to note that the Realme Smart TV Stick will be the second steaming device from the company; however, the upcoming smart stick will be available on April 7 and the event will be live-streamed on YouTube.

However, the upcoming device has been listed on Flipkart, which reveals the details of the streaming device. So, let’s take a look at the details of the Realme Smart TV Stick.

Realme Smart TV Stick: Expected Features

The Smart TV Stick will have Full HD picture quality, which is different from the 4K support that is available in the previous model. Besides, the stick is expected to provide excellent picture quality, which will support 60fps content along with HDR10+ support. It also has HDMI 2.0 support.

In addition, the mini-sized stick supports an HDMI port and USB port to connect to a power outlet. It is backed by 1GB of RAM, 8GB of storage, and a quad-core ARM Cortex-A35 processor.

On the other hand, the 4K model has 2GB of RAM and 8GB of storage. Also, it runs Android 11 OS and supports all streaming applications that provide access to the Play store. According to some leaks, the Realme Smart TV Full HD version might be priced under Rs. 3,999 and the upcoming stick might take on Mi TV stick and Amazon Fire Stick in the country.

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OnePlus Might Launch Nord Smartwatch In India: Check All Details Here

OnePlus is expected to launch new smartphones in India in the coming months. Besides, the company is likely to bring TWS earbuds in the Nord segment along with Nord CE 2 Lite, Nord 2T, and Nord 3 smartphones in the country. Also, the company is expected to bring smartwatch at the same time.

As per the 91 Mobiles report, the upcoming Nord smartwatch is likely to be priced under Rs. 10,000. In fact, there are high chances that the smartwatch might be priced between Rs. 5,000 to Rs. 8,000.

The report also speculated that it might have a heart rate sensor, SpO2 monitor, sleep tracking, music control, and more. The report does not mention the name of the upcoming smartwatch but claims that it will be launched with Nord 3 smartphone.

OnePlus Nord 3 Smartphone: Expected Specifications

The OnePlus Nord 3 is likely to be priced under the mid-range segment. The device is expected to have high-end specifications; however, new information by Weibo claims that it will have MediaTek Dimensity 8100, 12GB of RAM, and 256GB of storage.

The phone might also have 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage. Also, the device is likely to be powered by the Dimensity 8100, which has four Arm Cortex-A78 cores (2.85Ghz), four A55 cores, 5nm octa-core SoC, and Mali G610 GPU.

In addition, the 8100 chipset is likely to provide the same performance as Dimensity 9000, which is the flagship processor and is expected to be available in the OnePlus 10R. M

Moreover, the device will have a 50MP camera, 4,500mAh battery, an in-display fingerprint sensor, and FHD+ resolution. However, there are no details available about the price of the upcoming device, so we suggest you wait for more details.

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Oppo To Launch Enco Air2 And K10 Smartphone On March 23: Check Features And Price In India

Oppo is all set to launch Enco Air2 TWS earbuds and K10 smartphone in India on March 23. The upcoming Oppo Enco Air 2 will be the successor of Oppo Enco Air and will carry a similar translucent casing. In fact, the teaser page of the upcoming products has been live. For the unware, the earbuds are already available in China.

Oppo Enco Air2 Earbuds Details

The Oppo Enco Air2 earbuds will carry the same design and are expected to have the same features that have been launched in China. The earbuds will be equipped with 13.4mm composite titanium-plated diaphragm moving coils.

Besides, the earbuds will have an Oppo Blu-Ray acoustic tuner, a response range of 20Hz to 20,000Hz, and SBC Bluetooth codec support. Also, earbuds will feature Bluetooth v5.2, touch control, IPX4 rating for water resistance, and low latency mode.

On the battery front, the Oppo Enco Air2 will support a 440 mAh battery unit, which is expected to be charged fully within two hours. The report also claims that each earbud is likely to provide up to 24 hours of playback. In addition, the official teasers confirmed that the earphones will be available in White and blue colour options.

How To Watch Oppo Enco Air2 Live Streaming

The launch event will be live-streamed on March 23 on the company’s official YouTube channel and other social media platforms. The smartphone maker has announced a microsite for the launch that reveals the design and specifications of the earbuds.

Oppo Enco Air2 Earbuds: Expected Price In India

The price of the upcoming earbuds is yet to be known; however, it is expected to be announced at CNY 199, which is close to Rs. 2,300. This is why we expect that earbuds will be available under Rs. 3,000 in the country.

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LG Launched Tone Free FP Earbuds With UV Sanitising: Check Price And Specifications

LG has announced the launch of new earphones in India. The Tone Free FP earbuds come with UV nanotechnology, Whispering Mode, sanitizing case, and more. The company said that it has killed 99.9 percent of bacteria and has a Tone Free app on both platforms, i.e. Android and iOS.

LG Tone Free FP Earbuds: Specifications

The LG Tone Free FP earbuds come with UV nanotechnology and the pearl-shaped case has ultraviolet lights so that users can sanitize’ the earbuds. These earbuds are also a feature from Meridian Audio, which is a British audio tech company.

Besides, the earbuds come with a Whispering Mode that turns one earbud into the microphone when noisy ambience. However, to activate it, users have to download and connect with the application. Earbuds also include earbuds finder tool and IPX4-rated sweat resistance.

Moreover, the earbuds sports Medical Grade Silicone Ear Gel in three sizes so that users will get better fit and comfort. The ear gels are hypoallergenic which reduces skin irritation. In addition, earbuds support touch controls that allow you to switch between ANC and ambient mode with only a single tap.

The company also claims that double-tap can trigger the volume. Additionally, the Plug and Wireless feature in the earbuds can deliver a new sound experience. Besides, the earbuds claims offer 24-hour long battery life.

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boAT First Made In India Smartwatch Launched: See All Details Here

boAt, a popular Indian consumer tech brand has announced the launch of its ‘Made In India” smartwatch known as Wave Pro 47. It has ASAP Charge, customized fitness, 24×7 health monitoring, live cricket scores, and more.

boAt Wave Pro 47 Smartwatch: Specifications And Features

boAt Wave Pro 47 is equipped with a 1.69-inch display and brightness of 500 nits. It has 100 cloud-based watch faces and boAT allows all buyers to design custom faces via Crest app that is already available on Android and iOS.

Besides, the watch comes with fitness modes that will allow users to track their daily health. There is also a single button on the right side, a 24-hour Heart Rate monitor, Temperature Monitor, and an SPO2 monitor.

Additionally, you will find multiple sports modes that can track all activities like Boxing, Karate, Table Tennis, Pilates, Badminton, walking, treadmill, running, indoor cycling, CricketBasketball, Football, and more.

The smartwatch has IP67, water resistance, display cricket scores, and T20 games. There are also wellness Crew Guardians, Hydration alerts, Sedentary alerts, Fitness Buddies, and more.

Furthermore, the new smartwatch comes with an ASAP Charge feature. In addition, the company said that the smartwatch can last for a full day in just a 10-minute charge and can be charged fully in only 30 days. Besides, the smartwatch can last for seven days on a full charge.

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Infinix X3 Smart TVs With 32-inch, 43-inch Screen Sizes Launched In India: Price, Specifications

Infinix has gradually become a major player in the smartphone industry with a major presence in the affordable segment. The company is slowly making its way into the other consumer goods segment. After introducing its first laptop, the company has now expanded its smart TV lineup with the launch of the X3 smart TV lineup. Announced as a successor to the X1 series, the Infinix X3 smart TV is also an affordable smart TV series powered by Android 11 OS. The features and pricing details are as below:

Infinix X3 Smart TV Key Specifications And Features

The Infinix X3 smart TV series has two different models. There is a 32-inch variant and a 43-inch variant. The 32-inch X3 smart TV comes with an HD screen resolution, while the 43-inch variant supports an FHD+ screen resolution. Both X3 smart TVs come with narrow bezel profiles.

Both these Infinix Smart TVs’ display comes with HDR 10 certification and 400 NITS brightness level. Infinix has also used Anti-Blue Ray technology and EPIC 3.0 Image Engine that is said to enhance the overall imaging experience. Both panel also comes with a 96 percent screen-to-body ratio.

The Infinix X3 smart tv series uses the Realtek RTD2841 chipset under the hood for power delivery. Both variants run on Android TV 11 OS and have built-in Chromecast. The TV comes with a bunch of third-party Android apps including OTT apps such as Netflix, Amazon India, and YouTube.

The Infinix X3 smart TV series has 1GB RAM and onboard storage space of 16GB storage. For audio, the Infinix X3 32-inch model uses a 20W speaker, while the 43-inch variant has a 36W speaker along with 2 tweeters. While the speaker sizes are different, both new Infinix smart TVs come with Dolby Atmos speakers.

Infinix X3 Smart TVs Price In India, Specifications

The Infinix X3 smart TV’s 32-inch model is priced at Rs. 11,999. On the other hand, the Infinix X3 smart TV 43-inch model can be purchased at Rs. 19,999 in the country. Both new Infinix X3 smart TVs will be available for sale starting March 16 in the country.

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Molife Sense 500 Pro BT Smartwatch With Bluetooth Calling, SpO2 Tracker Launched In India: See Price And Specifications

Molife has announced the launch of a new smartwatch in India. The Molife Sense 500 Pro BT comes with a squarish design, 24 Hour heart rate tracking, Bluetooth calling, SpO2 monitoring, a 1.7-inch IPS display, and a 220mAh battery. The newly launched smartwatch also has workout modes.

Molife Sense 500 Pro BT Smartwatch: Price And Availability

The newly launched smartwatch will cost you Rs. 3,999; however, it can be purchased at Rs. 2,999 for a limited period of time. Besides, it will be available on e-commerce websites such as Flipkart.com and Amazon.in. So, let’s take a look at the specifications of the smartwatch.

Molife Sense 500 Pro BT Smartwatch: Specifications And Features

The smartwatch features a 1.7-inch square touchscreen, IPS panel, and 240×280 pixel resolution. Besides, the display is surrounded by a physical crown and it comes with an IP68 rating. This means it is shielded from dust and water.

In addition, the Molife smartwatch supports health trackers like such as blood oxygen, 24×7 heart rate, and menstrual cycle monitor for female users. You can also track your stress level, sports activities up to 10, and blood pressures levels. Also, you will find Bluetooth-based calling thanks to its built-in mic and speakers.

There is an AI voice assistant, phone companion, notification sync, camera, media control feature on the smartwatch. There is also a 220mAh battery that can be used for three days.

Furthermore, you will get 7 straps colors such as Snow White, Simply Black, Dusty Grey, Tipsy Wine, Mushy Teal, Rich Blue, Pretty Peach, and Epic Red. However, you have to spend extra on the extra strap.

Molife Spokesperson Quote

“Keeping our customer’s feedback in mind, we are constantly working towards improvements and innovations and now offer better sensor accuracy and features like DND & AI assistance. With our aim to service consumers with the best in class products and the latest innovation in the smart wearable category, we are looking forward to a positive reception from our consumers,” Deepesh Gupta, Managing Director at Molife said.

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Truke Air Buds Lite True Wireless Earbuds Review: Best In The Lot?

Key Highlights

  • The Truke Air Buds Lite is available at Rs. 1,395 in India which makes it one of the most affordable options in the market.
  • The best sound quality in its price segment.
  • 10 hours of music playback on a single charge.

India is an emerging market for technology products with numerous brands catering to the audience with a wide range of options to choose from. Besides smartphones and tablets, wireless audio devices, specifically, TWS earbuds are becoming the latest hype amongst the audience. Truke, the German audio brand has also joined this race and is consistently bringing in new audio devices for the Indian audience.

The company made its way into the Indian market with the BTG gaming TWS earbuds series. This year it has expanded its portfolio with the Air Buds series. The Truke Air Buds Lite is one of the models which is designed for the budget Indian audience. Truke has launched the Air Buds Lite TWS earbuds at Rs. 1,395 in the country which you can buy via Flipkart.

With the Indian market flooded with budget TWS earbuds, how well do the Air Buds stand out of the crowd? Does it make up for the best offering in its segment? Or you should consider some other TWS earbuds in this segment. We have been using the Truke Air Buds Lite for a while now and the following is our feedback.

Truke Air Buds Lite Review: Design And Wearing Comfort

The Truke Aur Buds Lite is an ergonomically designed TWS earbud that you can carry around with ease. It’s the compact charging case (cube-shaped) that makes the pair easily portable. The charging case is lightweight. But the brand hasn’t compromised majorly with the built quality. The same can be said for the earbuds.

The earbuds have a slightly bigger form factor, but the size doesn’t hamper the wearing comfort. They offer a good snug-fit design that doesn’t fall off easily even with outdoor activities. The Air Buds Lite has an in-built sensor for automatic play/pause audio. It also has touch-sensitive controls that allow controlling media playback. It doesn’t allow volume adjustments which is one of the cons of the design.

The Truke Air Buds Lite comes with IPX4 certification. This makes the TWS earbud dust and sweat-resistant. The case has a USB Type-C port at the bottom with which you can connect any regular charger for power backup.

Truke Air Buds Lite Review: Audio Performance

The Truke Air Buds Lite does a fine job with audio delivery. Truke has managed to get the sound profile right for this budget TWS earbuds. Unlike most of the entry-level TWS earbuds where clarity levels are not at par, the Air Buds Lite offers a better sound stage that fits in for a casual listening experience. This TWS earbud performs best with gaming since the latency levels are lower here.

As for the music listening experience, you would get decent feedback with all the genres. Bass is crisp and it doesn’t muffle or distort at higher levels. You don’t hear a shrilling sound despite turning the audio levels to the highest. The latest Truke budget earbuds come with AI noise cancellation. Now, this isn’t the actual Active Noise cancellation feature rather it uses AI to passively block surrounding noise.

Also Read: Truke Launches Air Buds Lite And BTG 3 TWS In India: See Specifications And Price

Truke Air Buds Lite Review: Connectivity, Battery Performance

The Truke Air Buds Lite truly wireless earbuds offers Bluetooth wireless connectivity option. It is compatible with both Android and iOS devices. The pairing process is hassle-free. You just have to take out the earbuds from the case and look for the device name in the respective smartphone/ tablet’s Bluetooth settings menu and get connected with the earbuds. The Truke Air Buds Lite also supports voice-based digital assistants including Google Assistant. You can summon the voice assistant using the touch gestures on the earbuds.

The battery backup is undeniably one of the key features that attract users no matter what the gadget is. With around 6 hours of backup on a single charge, the Truke Air Buds Lite makes for a good outdoor companion.  You can expect the aforementioned backup with moderate audio levels. If you turn up the volume levels to the max, expect the battery to drain out fast.

Also Read:Truke Buds F1 Budget Wireless Earbuds Review: A Worthy Buy In Affordable TWS Segment?

Truke Air Buds Lite Final Verdict: Should It Be On Your Buying List?

Truke is an emerging name in the audio space that has received a good response from the budget audience. The Truke Air Buds Lite makes for a good buy if your budget is under Rs. 1,500. It is one of those economical truly wireless earbuds that takes all the necessary user requirements into consideration. The pair delivers good audio output, battery backup, and is also ergonomically designed. You should consider the Truke Air Buds Lite if a casual listening experience is your priority at a lower budget.

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