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Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
Apple iPhone 17 series new colour leaked: Check out the expected launch date, specifications, and price in India
iPhone 17 series colour leaked: iPhone 17 series new colours are generating serious buzz ahead of Apple's anticipated September 2025 launch, with leaks from trusted tipster Majin Bu and sources like TechRadar hinting at bold additions. Alongside refined classics—Black, Gray, Silver—the leak reveals fresh tones like Dark Blue and a striking Orange/Copper variant, suggesting Apple is leaning into vibrant personalization. Photorealistic renders showcase a redesigned, full-width camera bar and a shifted Apple logo, signaling a subtler yet meaningful aesthetic overhaul. With both style and durability in focus, these leaked colour options offer an early glimpse into how Apple plans to elevate its flagship's visual appeal. Stay tuned: this could redefine premium iPhone style in 2025. iPhone 17 series launch date in India (Expected) Apple usually follows a consistent launch schedule, and the iPhone 17 base model is expected to be revealed between September 11-13, 2025. Pre-orders could begin immediately after the official unveiling, and if Apple sticks to its traditional timeline, the iPhone 17 series may go on sale around September 19, 2025. iPhone 17 series new colour revealed Filipe Espósito claimed to have obtained an "internal document" that purports to list every color option for the next iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max models in a report published today for Macworld. Mockups of the color options and Pantone numbers are included in the report. Sonny Dickson and "Majin Bu" have previously revealed a number of the purported color possibilities, which are mentioned below. iPhone 17 The iPhone 17 comes with four additional color options, including a Steel Gray variation of Space Gray, in addition to the traditional Black and White color selections: Steel Gray Green Purple Light Blue Black White iPhone 17 Air It has been reported that the iPhone 17 Air's light blue color would be much paler than that of the iPhone 17. It appears that the iPhone 17 Air's color option will resemble the Sky Blue finish of the MacBook Air: White Black Light Blue Light Gold iPhone 17 Pro The highlight is a brand-new orange hue, and Dark Blue might resemble the Blue Titanium finish found on the iPhone 15 Pro two years ago: Orange Black White Gray Dark Blue iPhone 17 Pro Max The iPhone 17 Pro's color choices are the same: Gray White Black Orange with Dark Blue As always, lighting circumstances will affect how these colors seem. Overall, it is likely that the iPhone 17 series will come in the colors shown above, as three sources now concur on them. iPhone 17 series price in India (Expected) The iPhone 17 will cost approximately Rs 79,999 when it arrives in India. The Air model might launch for about Rs 89,999. The Pro Max will cost Rs 1,64,900, while the Pro model would cost approximately Rs 1,39,900. However, until Apple formally announces the price, it cannot be verified.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
I changed my whole diet to conquer Samsung's antioxidant index; here's how it works
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. One of the few Galaxy Watch 8 exclusives is its antioxidant index, which measures nutrients through your skin to determine whether you're eating healthily. I took it personally when Samsung estimated that I had "Low" antioxidants, so I spent the past week eating as healthily as possible to see if it made a difference. Samsung's multicolored health sensors look for carotenoids, the pigment that gives fruits and veggies their bright red, orange, or yellow coloring; once in your body, they counterbalance the "oxidative stress" generated from poor lifestyle habits like smoking, drinking, overeating, and stress. Hence the name "antioxidants." Generally speaking, the antioxidant index is intended to determine whether you're consuming your WHO-recommended 400g of fruits and vegetables per day. For health-conscious individuals who dislike logging their food daily, the Galaxy Watch 8 offers valuable context. But since I thought I was eating healthily enough, I decided to cram carotenoid-rich foods into my diet for a week to see whether Samsung would be able to detect the changes properly. How the Antioxidant Index score works on the Galaxy Watch 8 Your body stores carotenoids in the skin, where the Galaxy Watch 8's optical sensors can spot and measure them. Samsung told TechRadar that your wrist has too many capillaries, so your blood confuses the results; pressing your thumb against the sensor will "push away all the blood" and make it easier to check your carotenoid levels. Carotenoids are just one type of antioxidant, but their pigmentation allows Samsung to detect them. We've emailed Samsung to ask if it might eventually track other antioxidants, but for now, carotenoids are the best estimate to check non-invasively if your body has other healthy vitamins and nutrients. So, what foods have carotenoids? Samsung suggests root vegetables (carrots, sweet potatoes), leafy greens (spinach, kale), citrus fruits (oranges, mangoes), tomatoes, and bell peppers. Other carotenoid-rich foods include pumpkin, squash, cantaloupe, and corn; most red, orange, and yellow produce will likely have some. Samsung used data from clinical trials at Samsung Seoul Hospital to determine the "correlation between fruit and vegetable intake and the accumulation of carotenoids in the skin." Adequate antioxidant levels get a score of 75–100. People with "Low" scores (50–75) consume 50–99% of the recommended daily amount, so about a 2% increase per point. Very Low (0–49) is "less than 50%." Samsung also warns that your score may fall during "periods of severe stress or when drinking or smoking," so it's about lifestyle as much as nutrition. The company says it may change the criteria with "future clinical results," but the gist is that you want a score of 75 to match recommended levels. Everything above that is just gravy, while lower scores leave you vulnerable to "cell damage, excessive aging, inflammation, worsening eyesight, and chronic diseases such as cancer" over time. Raising my Antioxidant Index score on my Galaxy Watch 8 Samsung warns that it can take "up to 2 weeks for your antioxidant index to reflect an increased intake of fruits and vegetables," so I knew that eating a boatload of carotenoids wouldn't instantly level me up. But I wanted to see if there was an obvious impact from a changed diet in the short term. I stuck to my normal diet for the first day, and my reading stayed consistent. Starting on Monday, I raided my grocery store for carotenoid-rich fruits and veggies, then spent the next five days eating salads, bell peppers, cantaloupe, and other healthy produce, well above the recommended five servings per day. My score did start to course-correct, but slowly. I looked into the benefits of raw vs. cooked veggies and realized that raw vegetables are high in vitamins and fiber but low in beta-carotenes. You get the most carotenoids from cooked vegetables paired with healthy fats, like cooking oil. I'm more of a raw veggies guy than a stir-fry guy, which may be part of my problem. So I tried to incorporate more cooked veggies, paired with meats or peanut butter, during the final stretch. Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 54 53 56 65 61 65 65 I climbed from an antioxidant index score of 53 (56% of recommended antioxidants) to 65 (80%) in a week. In theory, one more week of healthy eating will bring me to my target score of 75, on pace with Samsung's two-week estimate. I can't quantify how accurate Samsung's antioxidant index is without a blood test, but this experience did, at least, show that this sensor isn't just some pseudoscientific guesstimate. It can tell that I'm eating healthier. On the other hand, it feels demoralizing that my antioxidant index score has stalled out in the last few days, despite eating so healthily. I could have cheated and taken dietary supplements to raise my score, but Samsung warns that these can have "harmful side effects" and "increase your risk for cancer and heart disease," so you and I should stick to the healthy-eating path. The main problem with Samsung's antioxidant index Most Android watches have food logging in their apps, but I dislike calorie-counting and having to quantify every meal. I do care about eating healthy, however, and only the Galaxy Watch 8 and Galaxy Watch Ultra have a tool like this, thanks to the BioActive sensor. I'm glad to have this tool as a baseline for my health. Here's the main issue with the antioxidant index: there are more antioxidants than just carotenoids. Other types, such as flavonoids, polyphenols, and lycopene, are found in a wide range of fruits, vegetables, beans, and teas, and they all help remove the "free radical" molecules that contribute to aging and disease. Carotenoids are a key indicator of your health, one that helped me recognize a dietary deficiency. However, since Samsung cannot track other non-pigmented antioxidants as easily, your actual "antioxidant score" might be higher than Samsung can accurately assess with a smartwatch. But this isn't a criticism! It's merely a reminder that you shouldn't ignore the healthy foods that don't have carotenoids just because Samsung doesn't reward you for eating them. The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 uses its BioActive sensor to track several new metrics, including your circadian rhythm for Bedtime Guidance, Vascular Load for heart health and stress, and the aforementioned antioxidant index. It's a fast smartwatch with valuable health and fitness insights. View Deal The Samsung Galaxy Watch 8 Classic has the same BioActive sensors as the Watch 8, but with a stainless steel case, rotating bezel for exact controls, doubled storage, and a third Quick Button for shortcuts. Choose this option if you care about eating healthy and looking more stylish. View Deal
Daily Record
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Virgin River could be set for bombshell crossover as star of 'similar' drama drops hint
This similar drama is vying for Virgin River's top spot - could a crossover be on the cards soon? Virgin River might potentially merge with another beloved small-town romance series, according to claims from a prominent actress. Drawing inspiration from Robyn Carr's cherished bestselling novels, the Netflix sensation chronicles Mel Monroe (portrayed by Alexandra Breckenridge), a nurse practitioner relocating to a rural community after experiencing heartbreak. Upon arrival, she encounters bar proprietor and ex-Marine Jack Sheridan (Martin Henderson), with instant chemistry developing between them. The captivating romance has recently concluded filming for its seventh series, anticipated to premiere on Netflix towards the end of this year or potentially in early 2026. Meanwhile, American audiences have been engrossed in the newest series of Sullivan's Crossing, which follows comparable themes and draws from another book collection by Carr, reports the Mirror US. Given this link, viewers have speculated whether these programmes might intersect, and it seems we now have clarity. Starring Morgan Kohan and Chad Michael Murray, this heartwarming romance unfolds in Nova Scotia, centring on Kohan's character Maggie, a neurosurgeon who reconnects with her father Harry, known as Sully (Scott Patterson), whilst developing feelings for former lawyer California 'Cal' Jones (Murray). In conversation with TechRadar, Kohan revealed she'd enthusiastically embrace the opportunity to collaborate with Mel, Jack and the entire Virgin River cast should circumstances permit. "That would be so fun, why not!" she declared when presented with the concept. Whilst the two towns are regrettably hundreds of miles apart, there's nothing preventing Virgin River and Timberlake from coexisting within the same fictional universe. Indeed, despite Sullivan's Crossing broadcasting on CTV in Canada and The CW in America, much like Virgin River it has also achieved tremendous success on Netflix as its streaming platform in the States. The shows also share producer Roma Roth, who serves as executive producer on Virgin River whilst being the creator and showrunner of Sullivan's. With backing for the Canadian drama gathering momentum as Mel and Jack's love story continues to captivate millions of viewers worldwide, might a special crossover episode be on the cards? from £15 Sky Get the deal here Product Description Regardless, Kohan has pledged numerous surprises heading our way in the freshly commissioned fourth series of Sullivan's Crossing, especially following the bombshell that Maggie remains wed to her ex-lover, Liam (Marcus Rosner). "I hope they can [stay together]," she remarked regarding her relationship with Cal. "They've built such a beautiful foundation, and clearly this is a bit of a bombshell. "I think it will take some trust to build them back up, and maybe a lot of explaining... but they are so good together." As the following for both programmes expands annually, might Netflix deliver a shock of their own by linking the Robyn Carr universe on television? Virgin River is available to stream on Netflix. Sullivan's Crossing airs on CTW and is on Netflix in the US.
Tom's Guide
6 days ago
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Grab Norton VPN for $2.50 per month with Tom's Guide's exclusive deal
Norton is a huge name in the world of antivirus, and it's now looking to become one of the best VPNs. Norton VPN focuses on privacy and security, leaning on the knowledge and expertise the world-famous security brand is known for. It's somewhat feature-light compared to the likes of NordVPN, Surfshark, and Express VPN, but it represents good value for money. Right now, you can save up to 72% on one-year plans. Norton VPN Plus works out at $2.50 per month ($29.99 up front) and Norton VPN Ultimate is $3.33 per month ($39.99 up front). These prices are exclusive to Tom's Guide and our friends at TechRadar, with very few VPNs available at a cheaper price. Norton VPN Plus: a solid VPN with great potential Save 72%: Norton VPN has drastically improved in the last year. With Norton VPN Plus you can protect up to 5 devices on one plan with rock-solid encryption and fast speeds. A kill switch, password manager, and threat protection are all included, along with Double VPN and IP Rotation. The one-year plan is $2.50 per month ($29.99 up front) thanks to Tom's Guide's exclusive deal. You'll benefit from a 60-day money-back guarantee and there's also a 7-day free trial. Norton has been getting serious about its VPN over the last year. We're in the process of re-testing the product, and so far we're impressed with the strong improvements we've seen. It completed a no-logs audit in 2024 and launched its own VPN protocol, known as Mimic – designed to obfuscate your VPN traffic. There's also a kill switch, password manager, Double VPN, IP Rotation, and a high standard of threat protection. The last time we speed tested Norton VPN it maxed out at over 950 Mbps, making it one of the fastest VPNs. The Norton VPN Plus plan is the best value right now. It's 72% off and works out as $2.50 per month ($29.99 up front) for one year's protection. You'll get VPN protection for up to five devices, the features mentioned above, plus 10 GB of cloud storage (Windows users only) and dark web monitoring. Norton VPN Ultimate is designed for families, with protection for up to 10 devices on offer. This plan includes all the features offered in the Norton VPN Plus plan, with the addition of 50 GB cloud storage and parental controls. This plan is 69% off, equating to $3.33 per month ($39.99 up front) for a one year subscription. All plans come with a 60-day money-back guarantee, double the length offered by most major VPN providers. You can also unlock a 7-day free trial of Norton VPN so you can try before you buy. This isn't something VPN providers generally offer. Surfshark is the only major provider to currently offer a free trial across all platforms, so this is a plus point for Norton. These exclusive prices make Norton VPN one of the cheapest VPNs out there. Although we haven't completed our full review of the upgraded Norton VPN product, we're confident in saying it's a secure and reputable VPN provider. It's not packed full of VPN features – yet – but it will keep your data safe and may be of special interest if you're already a fan of Norton's antivirus products. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button. We test and review VPN services in the context of legal recreational uses. For example: 1. Accessing a service from another country (subject to the terms and conditions of that service). 2. Protecting your online security and strengthening your online privacy when abroad. We do not support or condone the illegal or malicious use of VPN services. Consuming pirated content that is paid-for is neither endorsed nor approved by Future Publishing.
Forbes
7 days ago
- Forbes
Android & ChromeOS: Google's Plan To Reinvent Your Laptop And Your Phone
Google's plans to merge elements of Android and ChromeOS bring significant opportunities to both ... More laptops and smartphones. Despite initial reports, ChromeOS isn't turning into Android, but it is evolving into an upgraded operating system with Android fundamentals at its core, promising improved performance and, as you might expect, more advanced AI features. Google ignited speculation last week when Android ecosystem president Sameer Samat told Tech Radar the company will be 'combining ChromeOS and Android into a single platform.' The announcement immediately prompted questions about the future of both Chromebooks and Android devices. Could this move spell the end for ChromeOS as we know it? How would the Education sector, which relies on the simplicity, multi-user capabilities, and inherent security of ChromeOS, adjust to running full-blown Android with its slower update cycles and touch-first app ecosystem? Android and ChromeOS Won't Merge Completely However, the truth is that we can expect rather less dramatic changes to either OS, at least in the near future. Samat quickly clarified his statement in a recent tweet, stating: 'Great to see so much interest in this topic! To reiterate what we announced in our 2024 blog post: we're building the ChromeOS experience on top of Android underlying technology to unlock new levels of performance, iterate faster, & make your laptop + phone work better together. I'm excited about it!' — Sameer Samat, President, Android Ecosystem. The blog post in question explains how Google's ChromeOS development will continue unabated, but will become increasingly reliant on Android underpinnings. This should result in a more unified code base that reduces the workload for developers and streamlines access to AI features, such as Gemini. More importantly, the company has stated its intention to continue delivering the 'unmatched security, consistent look and feel, and extensive management capabilities that ChromeOS users, enterprises, and schools love.' If Samat intended merely to reiterate these claims, rather than announce a full-scale merger of the two operating systems, then we can be confident that ChromeOS isn't going away any time soon, but there will be a lot more Android under the hood from now on. What Does Android Code Mean For Budget Chromebooks? However, this change still raises important questions about how Chromebooks might handle a greater reliance on Android in the future. Google claims the new code base will usher in 'new levels of performance,' but entry-level Chromebooks, costing $250 or less, currently offer much lower hardware specifications than would typically be required for a smooth Android experience. It's not unusual to see ChromeOS devices with just 4GB of RAM and 32GB of storage, a specification which seems woefully underpowered compared to budget Android devices. It will be interesting to see what effect Google's plans will have on hardware requirements and pricing in the future. Android Joins ChromeOS: Significant Benefits For Both It would, of course, be great to see some benefits coming in the other direction, from ChromeOS to Android. For example, Android's emerging desktop mode promises a powerful, large-screen experience for smartphones connected to external displays, but it's a far cry from the mature, polished desktop experience offered by ChromeOS. A shared underlying codebase could accelerate development in this area and significantly improve interactions between laptops and smartphones. Google adds Linux support to Android with an experimental Terminal app. The unified codebase could also unlock new features for both platforms: Android apps could run directly on ChromeOS, eliminating the current need for a complex virtual machine layer and providing better performance and greater compatibility. A key benefit of ChromeOS is its ability to support multiple users per device. Adding proper multi-user support to the Android stack would make it easier for Google to bring this capability to Android smartphones and tablets. ChromeOS can run Steam games, thanks to built-in Linux support. ChromeOS also offers established support for running Linux apps, and even games on the Steam platform. We've already seen early signs of Linux support in Android via the new Terminal app. Since Linux support is a vital component of ChromeOS, we can now feel confident that this feature will continue to be developed, bringing exciting new opportunities to Android devices. Imminent changes to Android and ChromeOS may not be as dramatic as we thought, but significant changes are coming that should benefit everyone. Would you want an Android-powered Chromebook?
