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Tech Wrap April 24: ASUS's Vivobook, Sennheiser HD 505, WhatsApp's feature
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The range of AI PCs are part of HP EliteBook, HP ProBook, and HP OmniBook series. According to HP, the new range is designed for enterprises, startups, and retail consumers. This latest lineup of Copilot Plus PCs comes packed with AI-driven tools like HP AI Companion, myHP, and Poly Camera Pro, which are said to be designed to deliver real-time support and boost overall productivity. WhatsApp announces advanced chat privacy feature WhatsApp has announced a new privacy feature to enhance the platform security with regard to individual and group chats. Called 'Advanced Chat Privacy', this feature adds an extra layer of privacy to chats by preventing users from exporting chats and auto-downloading media on their phones. This new feature will also disallow users from mentioning Meta AI in messages or asking Meta AI questions in chat. Ray-Ban Meta Glasses will debut in India soon: Here is what it can do The Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses are now making their way into the Indian market. Meta highlights that these AI-powered glasses provide hands-free access to real-time information, suggestions, and creative inspiration while on the go. Designed for daily use, they allow users to stay connected—capturing memories or listening to music—without needing their phone, promoting greater presence in the moment. Realme GT 7 with 7200 mAh battery unveiled: Check specs, features, and more Realme has launched the GT 7 in China. Powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, the smartphone sports a 6.8-inch display and packs a 7,200mAh battery. The phone boasts IP68/69 rating for dust and water resistance. The smartphone's India launch is not officially announced yet, but it is expected to arrive in the country soon. Reddit expands AI-powered 'Answers' to India: What is it and how it works Community driven microblogging platform Reddit has rolled out its conversational artificial-intelligence feature in India, named Reddit Answers. This new feature allows users to get information, recommendations and discussions on specific topics through insights and conversations from Reddit communities with the help of the chatbot. The answers also include relevant post links and conversation threads. The company first launched this feature in the United States December 2024. OnePlus 13T with Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite launched: Specs and features OnePlus on April 24 introduced a new model in its flagship 13 series. Named the OnePlus 13T, the smartphone features a compact form factor, a large-capacity battery, and is powered by a top-end chip from Qualcomm. Moreover, it debuts OnePlus' new action key, which replaces the traditional alert slider. The OnePlus 13T is currently exclusive to China but is expected to launch globally, including in India, soon. LG smart TVs get Xbox app in beta for gaming without console LG Electronics has announced the arrival of the Xbox app on a select range of its smart televisions. This move followed South Korean electronics maker's partnership with Xbox in January this year. With the app, users can access Microsoft's Xbox game library and play eligible games without requiring a console. The Xbox app will be available through the LG Gaming Portal and LG Apps on LG TVs and select smart monitors running webOS 24 and newer versions. It will also soon be available on StanbyME screens, confirmed the company. To play eligible games, a subscription to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate is required. OPPO A5 Pro 5G with MediaTek Dimensity 6300 launched Chinese smartphone manufacturer OPPO has expanded its A5 lineup with the launch of the new OPPO A5 Pro 5G. Priced in the mid-segment, the OPPO A5 Pro 5G is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 SoC (system-on-chip) and sports a 6.67-inch HD+ display with a refresh rate of 120Hz. It comes with an IP69 rating, which signifies its durability and resistance to immersion, water jets, and hot water up to 80-degree Celsius. Google I/O 2025: Android XR, in-car Gemini, Android 16, and more expected Google has released a list of key topics that will be focused at its upcoming developer-focused I/O conference, which will take place on May 21. Among the highlights is 'Material 3 Expressive', described as the 'future of Google's UX design', which will introduce emotional design patterns and updated guidelines. Nintendo Switch 2 preorders start in US: Check console, accessories pricing Nintendo Switch 2 is now available for preorders in the United States. The company has confirmed that it will maintain the Switch 2 pricing, starting at $449.99. This is a significant development as the Japanese gaming company finds itself at a crossroads due to the recent US tariff announcement, which resulted in a launch delay and growing anticipation of a price increase. Nevertheless, the Nintendo Switch 2 is now available at its launch price. Below are the details. Adobe adds AI models from OpenAI, Google to its Firefly app Adobe announced to add image-generation artificial intelligence models from OpenAI and Alphabet's Google to its Firefly app and bring the app to mobile devices.Adobe is the owner of multiple software programs such as Photoshop and Premiere that are widely used by creative professionals in the visual arts. Since 2023, the San Jose, California-based company has been developing its own AI models in its Firefly service to generate images and video clips, promising its customers that they won't face legal liability for using the images and video created by those models. Indian IT firms use AI to drive sales growth with fewer new hires Indian IT outsourcing companies, which employ millions, are tapping artificial intelligence to boost efficiency and reduce the need for more workers to grow their business. HCL Technologies Ltd. and LTIMindtree Ltd. are among companies saying they need fewer new staff to keep revenue increasing. The firms, which make their profits from non-core business processes and IT outsourcing projects from corporations in the US and Europe, have integrated AI tools and are already reaping the benefits of greater efficiency.
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So, let's dive in and take a look at what makes this device a standout in this category. Specification Details Display 14-inch (35.6 cm) 3K OLED Touch (Edge-to-edge) Processor Intel Core Ultra 7 258V (up to 4.8 GHz, 8 cores, 8 threads) Graphics Intel Arc Graphics Memory (RAM) 32 GB LPDDR5x Storage 1 TB SSD Operating System Windows 11 Home Ports 2x USB-A, 1x HDMI 2.1, 1x Headphone/Mic, 1x Thunderbolt 4 (USB-C), 1x USB-C Battery 59 Wh, all-day battery with fast charging Price ₹ 1,25,999 HP has always had a knack for crafting laptops that look sleek and premium, regardless of the price. It's not easy to make a 2-in-1 device appear this polished, but HP managed it last year with the OmniBook Ultra Flip and has repeated the feat this year with the OmniBook X Flip. The device is constructed around a robust aluminium frame. Boasting a slim profile and a weight of about 1.38 kilograms, light enough to carry around without fatigue. The Atmospheric Blue colour, paired with a sandblasted anodised finish, gives the laptop a refined appearance, though it does tend to attract fingerprints. This minimal aesthetic is sure to appeal to both creators and professionals. The 360-degree hinge is a highlight, allowing users to effortlessly convert the laptop into tablet mode. It can also be transformed into tent mode, making it easy for artists to sketch using the included Tilt Pen without the keyboard getting in the way. Despite its slim 14.6 mm-thick chassis, the port selection is impressive. You'll find two USB ports, an HDMI port, a headphone jack, a Thunderbolt 4 port, and an additional Type-C port for versatile connectivity. HP has also incorporated recycled materials and achieved EPEAT Gold certification for this device, adding an eco-friendly edge that's a welcome touch in today's market. Check out more laptops from HP You open the laptop and are immediately presented with a gorgeous 14-inch OLED display that commands attention. The touch screen panel is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3, which helps guard against scratches and adds a reassuring sense of durability. Thanks to its glossy finish, the stylus glides smoothly across the surface, while the coating also helps to reduce smudges and fingerprints, though it doesn't eliminate them entirely. One notable drawback of this glossy display is the increased reflections you encounter when using it outdoors. However, this is hardly unique to the OmniBook X Flip, as most laptops on the market today feature glossy touch screen displays. Until technology evolves to offer matte options without compromising touch sensitivity or image quality, this is a compromise we simply have to live with. Thankfully, HP has included a feature that helps mitigate outdoor visibility issues: the display boasts a brightness of 400 nits, which can surge up to 500 nits for HDR content, making it easier to see your screen even in bright conditions. The 3.2K resolution on this OLED display delivers truly stunning picture quality, with outstanding contrast and vibrant colours that truly pop. Beyond HDR support, the display also offers a high refresh rate with variable refresh rate (VRR) support ranging from 48Hz to 120Hz. Whether you're watching your favourite films or working as a creative professional, this display is absolutely breathtaking and a genuine pleasure to use. The OmniBook X Flip's keyboard features a somewhat gapless key design, reminiscent of what you'll find on the Dell XPS 13, which I recently reviewed. To be honest, I'm not a huge fan of this particular keyboard, mainly due to the key layout. Coming from a MacBook, this design introduces a bit of a learning curve. It won't take too long to get used to, but it will certainly require some adjustment for those familiar with the MacBook keyboard's distinctive feel. I have no complaints about the touchpad. It's large, responsive, and features satisfyingly clicky buttons. Although I expected to find a haptic touchpad—as I've reviewed several Windows laptops that offer this feature—I'm actually quite pleased with a well-executed, tactile click touchpad rather than a subpar haptic one. The tactile feedback is precise and reassuring, making navigation smooth and enjoyable. As for audio, the OmniBook X Flip is equipped with dual bottom-firing speakers. These deliver sound that is both loud and clear, providing a solid listening experience for everything from video calls to casual music playback. While audiophiles might still prefer external speakers or headphones, most users will find the built-in audio more than adequate for everyday use. Check out gaming laptops from HP Under the hood, the OmniBook X Flip is powered by an Intel Core Ultra 7 256V and 16GB of LPDDR5x RAM. This combination ensures smooth everyday performance for tasks such as web browsing, multitasking and video editing. The 512GB NVMe storage is quite fast, with quick app loads and boot times, and it's also user-replaceable, a feature that's becoming rare in ultraportable laptops. I ran a few benchmarks and achieved decent results, scoring around 7,000 points in PCMark 10 and exceeding 9,000 points in Cinebench R23. The laptop isn't made for gaming, but it can still handle AAA titles from 2013 (like GTA 5) easily. Video editing on DaVinci Resolve with 1080p clips is also a simple task for this device. Regarding heating or fan noise, the laptop ran quietly during most of my usage. The only times I heard the fan were during benchmarks or when playing games, and even then, it was a gentle whoosh rather than an intrusive noise. The Poly Camera Pro webcam delivers high-quality video with AI enhancements such as background blur and auto-framing, features that have become essential for remote work and virtual meetings. A physical privacy shutter adds an extra layer of security, giving you peace of mind. The AI features extend beyond the camera. The laptop comes with HP AI Companion, which uses the integrated NPU on the Core Ultra 7 to process your queries directly on the device. There's no need to rely on the cloud or the internet to incorporate AI into your creative work. These AI capabilities also make things easier and more secure, helping to keep the laptop running smoothly. The 59Wh battery is large enough to handle every task for a full day without needing a charge in between. The Core Ultra 7 processor ensures consistent performance, whether the laptop is plugged in or running on battery. The battery backup is solid and reliable. For charging, it comes with a 65W USB Type-C charger that tops up the battery quickly. Check out HP AI laptops on Amazon Premium build with lightweight aluminium chassis Stunning high refresh rate touchscreen display 360-degree hinge for tablet mode Excellent port selection All-day battery life with fast charging Glossy display affects outdoor visibility Slightly stiff hinges (duplicate point removed and combined) Some users may find the hinges a bit firm The HP OmniBook X Flip offers all the goodness of a 2-in-1 laptop while remaining portable and lightweight. It is an all-rounder with a perfect price tag for its specifications. If you are looking for a 2-in-1 laptop that adapts to your work style, I recommend this model without hesitation. Disclaimer: Mint has an affiliate marketing partnership, which means we may get some commission on purchases you make through the retailer sites links provided. 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