Nikon Intros D5200 D-SLR Camera @Rs 46,950/-

This camera possesses enhanced optical technologies, including an optimized EXPEED 3 image-processing engine, based on the one built into Nikon’s D4 flagship camera. It is an entry-level D-SLR camera that meets photo enthusiasts' demands for full-scale photography capabilities, offering superior performance in a compact and lightweight body.

The D5200 allows photographers of all statures to confidently execute new and creative ways to capture life’s precious moments with the swing out style Vari-angle LCD, making self-portraits possible. It flaunts a number of advanced features such as 39 focus points, Scene Recognition System, i-TTL balanced fill-flash and auto white-balance control.

“The D5200 is a versatile and compact D-SLR that is well suited for photo-enthusiasts looking for high-end features and full HD video with selectable frame rate of 60i-24p. This camera will definitely bring out the inner creativity of photographers during the festivities around,” said Sajjan Kumar, Vice-President – Imaging, Nikon India.

The D5200 is also equipped with Special Effects mode that enables the application and adjustment of special effects while shooting. This makes recording of original and creative still images and movies that combine superior definition of the high pixel count with a variety of forms of expression simple and fun. The camera also sports a broad range of standard sensitivities, from ISO 100 to ISO 6400, with even higher available settings; (Hi 2) is equivalent to approximately ISO 25600.

MSI releases GTX 660 Ti Power Edition

(Taipei, Taiwan) Leading mainboard and graphics card maker MSI announces the release of the GTX
660 Ti Power Edition (MKT Name: N660Ti PE 2GD5/OC & N660Ti PE 2GD5) graphics card. The new
graphics card incorporates MSI's exclusive Triple Overvoltage technology and Enhanced PWM Design
architecture to boost overclocking potential by up to 18.2%. Perfect cooling is supplied by of the new
Twin Frozr IV Thermal Design and exclusive Dust Removal technology automatically removes dust
from the heat sink module and maintains optimum cooling performance. Propeller Blade technology
increases airflow by 20% compared to conventional fans, effectively reducing the temperature by
up to 14℃ and operating noise by 17.1dB. The GTX 660 Ti Power Edition also features Military
Class III components, emphasizing on high quality and stability to provide gamers with a smooth and
dependable working environment during overclocking or gaming. The MSI GTX 660 Ti Power Edition
incorporates proprietary features and technologies in the power supply, cooling and materials that
exceed the specifications of the reference board. The superior overclockability and stability make it the
ideal choice among its class.

GTX 660 Ti Power Edition

MSI Power Edition Architecture Boosts Overclocking Potential by up to 18.2%
The MSI GTX 660 Ti Power Edition graphics card uses the MSI Power Edition
architecture: Triple Overvoltage with Afterburner support allows adjustments to the
GPU, Memory and PLL voltages so the full potential of the graphics card can be
released and performance overclocked by up to 18.2%. The power supply has also
been improved to increase current flow by 17% compared to the reference board and
maintain high stability during overclocking.

Twin Frozr IV Runs 14℃ Cooler and 17.1dB Quieter than Reference Board
MSI GTX 660 Ti Power Edition graphics card features the new Twin Frozr

IV cooling. With MSI's proprietary Dust Removal technology, the fans
automatically run in reverse at startup to optimize cooling performance. The
internationally patented Propeller Blade technology delivers 20% more
airflow compared to conventional fans and also increases the cooling surface.
Dual 8cm temperature-controlled fans, SuperPipe technology, and nickel-plated copper base
effectively reduce the temperature by up to 14℃ and noise by 17.1dB!

Military Class III Components for Smooth and Reliable Performance

MSI Military Class III components have passed rigorous MIL-STD-810G testing by an independent
testing laboratory to deliver the ultimate guarantee in quality and stability. Military-grade components
used on the MSI GTX 660 Ti Power Edition include Tantalum Core Hi-c CAP, 30% more powerful SFC
and Solid CAP with a service life of up to 10 years. The choice of materials reflects MSI's commitment
to product quality, ensuring the smoothest and most dependable user experience for overclockers and
gamers alike.

Product Specification

Media Name	GTX 660 Ti Power Edition
Photo
Product Name	N660Ti PE 2GD5 (/OC)
Model Name	V284
GPU	NVIDIA GeForce GTX 660 Ti
Codename	GK104
Stream Processors	1344 units
Core Base Clock	915 MHz (OC: 1019 MHz)
Core Booth Clock	980 MHz (OC: 1097 MHz)
Memory Clock	6008 MHz (OC: 6008 MHz)
Memory Size	2048 MB
Memory Bus	192 bits
Output	DisplayPort / HDMI / DL-DVI-I / DL-DVI-D
TDP	170W (OC: 190W)
Card Dimension	265x113x38mm
Form Factor	ATX
DirectX	11
OpenGL	4.2
PCI Express	3.0
CUDA	Y
SLI	Y, 3-way
PhysX	Y
3D Vision Surround	Y, 3 output per card
HDCP	Y

Accessory

Driver CD	Y
Manual	Y
Installation Guide	Y
6-pin power cable	Y (2 pc)
DVI to D-Sub Dongle	Y (1 pc)

*For more information about GTX 660 Ti Power Edition, please visit: http://event.msi.com/vga/
power_edition/

Zebronics Expands Widest PC Cabinet Range With Three New Models

Zebronics Expands Widest PC Cabinet Range With Three New Models

New lineup incorporates stylish black interiors for stylish looks with industrial designs and superior cooling performance, made for gamers and professionals

Top Notch Infotronix, India’s leading supplier of products and accessories for Computers, Consumer Electronics and Communication under the brand ‘ZEBRONICS' introduced three new cabinet models – Scallop, Aero and Mines – that incorporate unique matt black interiors that provide stylish looks. Zebronics is known for one of the widest line-ups in cabinets, with more than 75 types of cabinets available under its umbrella, varying from entry-level to high-end enthusiast range.

The new cabinets come with attractive front panel design. Scallop is embellished with combination of matt and glossy finish front panel shaped like undulating waves, while Aero has an offset mesh grill front panel that gives it an chic industrial look and improves air circulation. The third model, Mines incorporates a mesh grill and elegant glossy finish on its front panel. Beautifully designed with high-end features to complement the needs of lifestyle consumers, these cabinets are not short on features either. Dual 80mm fans on side panels for improved air circulation and black interiors providing protection, heavy duty steel casing, an illuminated power switch, convenient to access front USB and audio ports – these are some of the distinguishing features.

Introducing the new cabinets, Mr. Pradeep Doshi, Director Sales, Topnotch Infotronix said “Zebronics has always been the number-1 in cabinets, a category where we truly lead the market with our innovative models and wide range. We have multiple awards in this category. Taking note of feedback from users and reviewers, we are confident our new models Scallop, Aero and Mines with their superior features and contemporary styling will appeal to consumers.”

All three cabinets models have the capacity of holding five 3.5mm devices and two optical disk drives or 5.25” devices and can support both ATX and mATX type motherboards. While maintaining a simple layout, users still have heaps of space to manage their drives. Featuring excellent looks as well as extreme cooling performance new industrial-look design, the cabinets are the best arsenal in the gamers’ and common users’ universe, at attractive budget prices.

Widely available through retailers in accessories markets and select online resellers, the cabinets are priced at Rs. 1699 for the Scallop, Rs. 1899 for the Aero and Rs. 1899 for the Mines models.

Micromax launches Funbook Pro 10.1 inch tablet at Rs 9,999/-

Micromax announced the launch of its 10.1 inch tablet Funbook Pro priced competitively at Rs 9,999. The company came up with its launch after selling 1.4 lakh Funbooks in 100 days.

This tablet features a 10.1 inch capacitive display and comes with Android IceCream Sandwich onboard. It will run on 1.2GHz processor, support HD video playback and will have 8GB internal storage with an expandable memory card slot. 
"We launched our 7-inch device in April and sold 1.4 lakh devices in just 100 days. We are confident that the new 10.1-inch tab will also do well," Micromax CEO Deepak Mehrotra said.

Huawei Launches Wi-Fi Data Card E355 In India at Rs 5499/-

Developed for small office, business professionals and families, Huawei E355 Wi-Fi Modem offers faster HSPA+ 21 Mbps DL and 5.76Mbps UL speed 

Huawei has launched E355 3G Data Card in India. It is the World’s 1st Data Card with Wi-Fi for 5 at the same time. It functions both as a data card for a single user and as a mobile Wi-Fi hotspot, which can simultaneously connect up to five Wi-Fi-enabled devices. Huawei launched the E303Cs HiLink data Card in July that automatically connects users to the Internet in less than 15 seconds.

Features of Huawei E355 3G data card

• Simultaneously connect up to 5 Wi-Fi-enabled devices
• HSPA+ 21 Mbps DL and 5.76Mbps UL speed
• Type3i technology with up to 20% more upload and download speed compared to non Type3i devices
• Work with external power adapter, unlimited working time
• Micro SD Card Slot (up to 32GB)
• Data and SMS Service

It is targeted at SOHO (Small office Home Office), Business professionals and large families. The Huawei E355 3G data card is priced at an MRP of Rs. 5499 but it is available online for as low as Rs. 3,200.

Samsung launches new range of printers, starting Rs. 6,000/-

Samsung has unveiled a new line-up of printer models targeting entry level single function, entry level multi-function and mid-range multi-function segments.

Entry level ML-2161/XIP laser printers

These printers cater to small and medium business enterprises. Priced at Rs. 5,999, it is compact in design and has Samsung's one-touch Print Screen button that allows users to print the content of their screen with just one click.

The printers are also equipped with Easy Eco Driver and Easy Print Manager. These offer cost-effective solutions to the user as they enable temporary edits without editing the original document. This helps to avoid printing unnecessary text or images, resulting in an efficient use of toner and paper.

The printers in this series also make use of an integrated single management program, which allows the user to monitor other Samsung printers on a single screen for maximum usability. With this feature, the device can be controlled remotely.

Entry level multi-function printer SCX-3401/XIP
This range of printers is powered by a 433 MHz core processor with up to 128 MB memory. The devices in this series can print up to 20 A4 pages per minute.

The printers, available for Rs. 8,999, can operate in Eco Mode via the One Touch Eco button which automatically helps save power, toner and paper consumption. These printers can also be remotely operated using the Multi-Device Monitoring solution.

Other features include Samsung's Easy Eco Driver solution for efficient use of toner and paper. Users can print up to 8 slides or pages on one single page, proving to be cost effective. Users can keep track of electricity usage, paper and toner consumption for the document to be printed with the Results Simulator, which also shows the expected results of reduced CO2 emission depending on the user's settings.

Mid -range multi-function printers SCX-4021/XIP SCX-4321NS
The SCX-4021MFP laser printer series have a printing speed of 24 pages per minute. The devices are 23% smaller than conventional 250-sheet A4 MFP laser printers.

The printers come with the Toner Save Mode allowing users to use less toner on each page extending the toner cartridge standard capacity of 3000 pages by up to 30%.

The operating panel in these printers is tilt enabled to suit a user's operating position standing or being seated. The printers come with the Easy Document Creator application which enables users to scan, compile and save documents in multiple formats. The documents can further be shared via social media such as Facebook.

This series is priced at Rs. 13,499.

Intex launches 7 inch i-Buddy tablet for Rs 6,490/- with free keyboard

Intex Technologies, one of the Indian mobile phone maker, has launched its first 7 inch Android tablet, called the Intex i-Buddy.

The i-Buddy has only 9mm thickness and comes with Android Ice-cream Sandwich 4.0 OS, 1 GHz processor and 512 MB DDR3 RAM. The tablet is priced at Rs 6,490, and comes with leather cover with attached keyboard.

The tablet comes with a 7 inch multi touch screen and support Adobe Flash 11.1. The tablet supports 32 GB external storage and 3G dongle via a USB port and a front facing camera for easy video chatting.

The tablet has a claimed battery life of just 3 hours which at least 1 hour less compared to what others claim in this category. The tablet is lightweight at 316 grams and is available champagne colour.

The tablet comes with 12 months warranty and is available from 15,000 dealers and 1000 distributors. It can also be bought from any of the 60 exclusive Intex retail stores, called Intex Squares.

This is the second tablet from Intex with the first tablet being the 8 inch Intex i-Tab launched in March this year.

Microsoft Launches New Surface Tablets With Windows 8

In a watershed moment for Microsoft, the company announced that it’s launching its own brand of tablets to go head to head with the Apple iPad and the myriad of Android tablets.

Unveiled at an event in Los Angeles hosted by Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer, the new Windows 8-based Microsoft Surface tablets are designed for work and play and will come in two models: A Windows 8 RT version and a Windows 8 Pro model.

The consumer-focused Windows 8 RT Surface is the first PC with a VaporMg magnesium case and measures only 0.37 inch thick — just enough space to fit in a full-size USB 2.0 port. The tablet weighs 1.49 pounds and offers beveled edges for a more comfortable fit in the hand, as well as a built-in kick stand.

The Surface features a custom-designed 10.6-inch widescreen HD display with Gorilla Glass, but Microsoft did not mention its specific resolution today. In addition, the tablet comes with a magnetic cover made from “fine Northwest polar-tec” that incorporates a full multi-touch keyboard and trackpad. Microsoft said the keyboard is twice as efficient as typing on glass and only adds about 0.11 inch of additional thickness.

By comparison, the latest Wi-Fi-only iPad measures 0.37-inch thick and weighs 1.46 pounds.

The Windows 8 RT Surface tablet is equipped with Nvidia’s ARM-based chipset and comes preloaded with Office Home & Student 2013 RT. The tablet will be available in 32 gigabyte and 64GB models. Other features include dual multiple-in, multiple-out (MIMO) Wi-Fi antennas for the best Wi-Fi coverage of any tablet, a built-in camera, dual-array microphones and HDMI port.

For those seeking more power, Microsoft will also release a Surface for Windows 8 Pro tablet.

The Pro tablet uses Intel’s latest Ivy Bridge Core i5 processors and according to Microsoft, can handle everything a desktop can do with USB 3.0 and USB Super Speed support. To cool the machine, the tablet uses something called “peripheral venting” to allow hot air to escape.

The Surface for Windows Pro 8 shares the same design principles as the RT Surface but is a bit thicker at 0.55 inches and weighs less than two pounds. It also has a 10.6-inch touchscreen but it supports pen input and digital ink, so you can use a stylus to mark up documents and jot down notes.

The Surface for Windows 8 Pro will be offered in 64GB and 128GB capacities, and a Surface Type cover with physical keys instead of a multitouch keyboard will also be available. The latter is also compatible with the Windows RT model.

Such details as battery life, memory and processor speed were not revealed at this time. Microsoft also did not announce pricing or availability but said that the Surface for Windows RT will be priced similar to ARM-based tablets and come out around the same time Windows 8 hits the market later this year.

The Windows 8 Pro Surface’s pricing will fall more in line with Ultrabooks and will launch three months after the Windows RT Surface. Both tablets will initially be sold through its retail and online stores.

Go Tech Launches 7" Android 4.0 Based Funtab 7.1 Fit Tablet For Rs 6000/-

Delhi-based Go Tech has brought out a health-oriented budget tablet that's also aimed at students, called the Funtab 7.1 Fit. Priced at Rs 6,000, the 7" device has a capacitive, five-point multi-touch screen with pixel dimensions of 800x480. The slate is powered by a 1 GHz CPU with 512 MB RAM and runs Android 4.0(Ice Cream Sandwich) out of the box. The 7.1 Fit comes with 4 GB of internal memory that can be expanded to 32 GB via microSD. Other specs include the following:

• 0.3 mp front camera.
• Wi-Fi connectivity and 3G support via external dongle.
• USB 2.0 port with OTG support (connect external USB drives, keyboards, etc).
• 1080p video playback (30 Mbps stream limit) with HDMI-Out.
• 3600 mAh battery with a claimed 4 hours of video and 8 hours of music playback (through earphones).
• Multiple language support, handles MS Office file formats.
• Accelerometer, 3.5 mm audio jack.
• Video formats \ codecs supported: H.264, DivX, XviD, RM, RMVB, MKV, WMV, MOV, MP4, DAT (VCD), VOB (DVD), PMP, MPEG, FLV, ASF, TS, TP, 3GP.
• Audio formats supported: MP3, WMA, MP2, OGG, AAC, M4A, MA4, FLAC, APE, 3GP, WAV; Records audio in MP3 and WMA.

Microsoft Windows 8 coming on October 26

Microsoft announced that its next-generation operating system tailored for a world shifting from personal computers to smartphones and tablets will be available on October 26. 

Windows unit boss Steven Sinofsky revealed theWindows 8 debut date at a sales meeting, Microsoft communications manager Brandon LeBlanc said in a blog post yesterday. 

Windows 8 will be available in 109 languages across 231 markets worldwide, according to LeBlanc. 

Microsoft has promised to make the new operating system available in August for computer, tablet or smartphone makers to build into hardware. It "is simply the biggest deal for this company in at least 17 years," Microsoft chief Steve Ballmer said last week, referring to the time since the launch of the game-changing Windows 95 operating system. 

"It's the glue; it's the foundation of everything Microsoft is built on." 

Microsoft reported that it has sold more than 630 million licenses of Windows 7, and that the software powers the majority of business desktop computers. 

Windows 7 went public in October 2009. The latest version of the operating system that is the norm for personal computers will also be used on many smartphones and tablet computers, including Microsoft's own Surface tablet to be launched this year. 

The Redmond, Washington-based firm has gone on record stating that Surface tablets would hit the market when the Windows 8 operating system became publicly available. Windows 8 allows users readily to store and share personal data among various devices under the "SkyDrive" cloud computing service. 

Rivals Apple and Google offer such services, which let people store digital data on servers in the Internet "cloud" and access files from devices of their choosing. 

The new Microsoft system will support a wider range of devices, including touch and stylus-based smartphones and tablet PCs as well as desktop and laptop machines. Versions of Windows 8 have been tailored for chips used to power various mobile devices. 

The software giant has been trying to expand its presence in the booming market for smartphones and tablets, which is currently dominated by Apple and Google.

XOLO X900, First Smartphone with Intel Inside Launches in India Market

 Intel Corporation and Lava International Ltd., one of India’s fastest-growing mobile handset companies, announced the general availability of the XOLO X900, the first smartphone with Intel inside. The device is already available to customers for purchase at a best-buy street price of approximately INR 22000.

Lava also announced its long-term partnership with Croma, a national chain of mega stores of consumer electronics and durables, for promotion and sale of the XOLO X900.

The partnership between Intel and Lava was announced at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona in February. The XOLO X900 is based on Intel’s smartphone reference design featuring the Intel® Atom™ processor Z2460 with Intel® Hyper Threading Technology and supporting HSPA+ 3G connectivity.

The high-performance 1.6 GHz Atom™ processor with Hyper Threading Technology brings speed and multi-tasking performance to consumers’ fingertips. The leading-edge 400 MHz graphics clock and the full 1080p HD video encoding and playback make this phone a perfect entertainment device, providing users with an immersive gaming and video experience. It also features an 8-megapixel camera delivering advanced imaging capabilities including burst mode that allows 10 pictures to be captured in under a second.

The XOLO X900 is housed in a sleek design with a 4.03-inch high-resolution LCD touch screen for crisp text and vibrant images. At launch, the X900 will run on Android Gingerbread*, with a planned over-the -air software upgrade to Android’s Ice Cream Sandwich* platform shortly thereafter. Intel’s technology enables a high-performance user experience, all while maintaining great battery life – up to 5 hours of 3G browsing, 45 hours of audio and 8 hours of talk time¹.

“Through XOLO X900, we are happy to bring to the Indian market a device that addresses the needs of those for whom speed and performance matters. After our success in feature phones with over 10 million happy customers in under 3 years, XOLO will be a differentiated player in the fast-growing smartphone segment. The initial reviews of XOLO X900 have been very positive and independent benchmarks clearly point to the fact that when it comes to speed and performance, XOLO X900 is the gold standard,” said Vishal Sehgal, co-founder and director, Lava International.

“The first smartphone with Intel inside is now available to Indian consumers,” said Mike Bell, Intel corporate vice president and general manager of the Mobile and Communications Group. “The boundaries of personal computing are expanding. As we enter the India market with our first smartphone from Lava, the device not only showcases the rich capabilities and user benefits of Intel computing, but also highlights the exciting possibilities of what’s still to come.”

Commenting on the long-term strategic partnership with Lava, Ajit Joshi, MD and CEO, Infiniti Retail Limited, said “We at Croma are extremely pleased to collaborate with Intel and Lava to get this exciting new product into the market. We always endeavor to get the latest and best products first to our consumers and this is a step in that direction. We are very optimistic about the prospects of this exciting new product.”