Accessories
SENS, a new company, launched several accessories including a range of smartwatches last month. It features an AMOLED Display, Bluetooth calling and also comes with built-in storage for local music playback that you rarely see in smartwatches. The company says that all its products made in India. Is this worth the price? Let us find out. Continue reading “SENS Einsteyn 1 Review: Budget Bluetooth Calling Watch”
Today, Belkin unveiled mobile power, screen protection, and accessories for the iPhone 14 series. Belkin said that its mobile accessories offer safe wireless charging up to 7.5W, compatibility with the MagSafe system, flexible and reliable glass for screen protection, and hands-free use everywhere. Belkin BOOST↑CHARGE PRO 3-in-1, 15W Wireless Charging Stand with MagSafe for Apple Devices were released in India recently. Continue reading “Belkin launches accessories iPhone 14 series in India”
Portronics has launched two new soundbars, the Sound Slick IV and Sound Slick V, in India. The Sound Slick Soundbars have been specifically designed to meet the demand for high-quality music. These powerful products, with peak power of up to 120 watts, will transform your television viewing experience into a surround-sound cinematic experience. Earlier, Portronics Harmonics Z2 earphones were launched in India. Continue reading “Portronics Sound Slick IV, Sound Slick V Soundbars launched”
SWOTT, an Indian consumer smart-wearable brand, has expanded its presence in the wireless earbuds segment by launching an all-new “AirLIT 004 TWS Earbuds.” The AirLIT 004 promises a great sound experience, which allows you to get your daily dose of music while doing your daily activities. Continue reading “SWOTT AirLIT 004 TWS earbuds launched for Rs.1099”
Western Digital announced today that the WD_BLACK SN850X NVMe SSD, a new addition to Western Digital’s expanding WD_BLACK gaming lineup, is now available for shipping in India. For die-hard gamers seeking unmatched performance, as the new SSD is optimized. Continue reading “WD_BLACK SN850X NVMe SSD with up to 7300 MBps read speeds, up to 4TB storage launched in India”
Mivi has launched the Fort S200, the company’s latest made-in-India sound bar, after the launch of Fort S60 and S100 in April. The 2.1-channel soundbar has a sleek design, metallic grill and promises a balanced sound with strong bass. Continue reading “Mivi Fort S200 ‘Made in India’ 200W soundbar launched at an introductory price of Rs. 6,999”
Wings, a manufacturer of gaming and audio devices, has announced a partnership with Optiemus Electronics, an Indian electronics manufacturer, to produce a line of products locally. With this plan, Wings would make all of its products, like sound bars, speakers, keyboards, and almost all of its other computer and gaming accessories, in India. Continue reading “Wings, Optiemus partner for ‘Make in India’ audio, gaming products”
Google today unveiled the most recent Wi-Fi system, the Nest Wifi Pro, which uses Wi-Fi 6E technology. All those home connections benefit from being made quicker, more dependable, and easier to maintain thanks to this new smart mesh Wi-Fi technology. Earlier this year, Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) launched in India. Continue reading “Google Nest Wifi Pro with Wi-Fi 6E announced”
The HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 gaming headset for PC players has been launched by HyperX, the gaming peripherals division of HP Inc. in India. The new headset has DTS Headphone: X Spatial Audio to improve localization accuracy and 3D audio spatialization, as well as the unique durability and comfort of HyperX with premium leatherette and soft memory form. Recent releases include the HyperX Alloy Origins 65 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard and the Pulsefire Haste Wireless Gaming Mouse. Continue reading “HyperX Cloud Stinger 2 gaming headset launched in India”
Audiophiles on a budget have never had it better. From Beyerdynamic and Fiio to Audio Technica, there’s an option for every sound preference and every budget. And today, we have CCA (Clear Concept Audio) Lyra, an in-ear wired headphone that retails at Headphone Zone at Rs. 1,795.
Box contents
The design of the CCA Lyra is attractive! It has a transparent polycarbonate shell with a diamond-cut design. We got an exchangeable 0.75mm gold-plated 2pin connector as well. The outer shell comes in two colors — white and blue and we were sent the former, which one should consider if they want to have a see-through design on their earphones.
SPECIFICATIONS CCA Lyra
CCA Lyra houses a dual magnetic 10mm single dynamic driver. In addition, the acoustic tuning engineers at CCA claim to have tuned the LYRA to give users a full-range audio experience with their patented polymer composite diaphragm.
There is a 0.15mm magnetic gap that lowers the distortion rate. In addition, the 0.035mm diameter loop helps in a stable and efficient driver vibration frequency.
I am not an audio expert, but I listen to music regularly. From my perspective, the CCA Lyra sounds good with most genres of music, including music with high bass output. The bass levels are distinct and well-defined without sounding husky. I think people who enjoy hip-hop music will particularly appreciate the sound quality of the CCA Lyra.
The CCA Lyra is a great value for the price! It’s not the best option out there, but it’s a very solid choice that delivers great sound quality and performance for the price. Lyra is a very good choice if you’re looking for a well-balanced sound signature.
Just Corseca, a consumer electronic company, has launched its new TWS in the Indian market – Sparkle Wireless Powerbuds at Rs. 1,750. It has Bluetooth 5.1 support, 13mm drivers, and RGB lights to differentiate it from the rest. So, are these good sets of TWS earbuds in range? Let us find out in this review.
Design and build
Just Corseca Sparkle Wireless Powerbuds comes with an all-plastic build, with the case getting a transparent lid, revealing the buds sitting inside. The bottom half has a branched design that glows in RGB color when you open/close the lid. At the bottom, there’s a USB-C port for charging.
The design is distinctive when the RGB glows. Unfortunately, however, there are no options to turn it off. Also, the design is very prone to scratches since it’s transparent. The buds are made of plastic and are uncomfortable for the long haul because of the shape.
Since it doesn’t carry an in-ear model, there are sound leaks at high volumes, and can hear a considerable amount of outside noises.
Connectivity, Pairing, and Controls
The pairing process in Sparkle Wireless is simple, thanks to Bluetooth 5.1. Enable the Bluetooth function on your device, select the ‘Sparkle Wireless‘ and connect.
The TWS is pairing-ready when you open the top lid. So far in my usage, I didn’t face any connectivity issues with the OnePlus 9 Pro. However, it doesn’t have dual-mode connectivity, so you can only pair it with one device simultaneously.
The touch controls on Sparkle Wireless are hit or miss and don’t respond half the time. Unlike a few other buds, you cannot customise the settings. All you can do in this bud is answer calls, adjust volume, play/pause the musical tracks and control the voice assistant.
Audio Quality, Call Performance, and battery life
The Sparkle Wireless features 13mm drivers and is tuned for bass. Although the audio from the Sparkle Wireless is very average, vocals are sometimes overpowered by bass, and the treble is decent enough.
Voice clarity was good for calls indoors and below average outdoors. Overall, these have decent audio and average call quality for the price.
According to the company, Sparkle Wireless can last 3-4 hours. We got about 3 hours on a single charge during our review.
Conclusion
The Sparkle Wireless is a decent Bluetooth true wireless earbud for Rs. 1,750. You can consider other options from companies like boAt, Redmi, and realme in a similar price range.
Today, Sony India has launched INZONE, a new line of PC gaming accessories that enhance the senses as well as gaming ability, after these were introduced in June. The INZONE headset collection will include three new wireless models, including the INZONE H9 with a battery life of 32 hours and the INZONE H7 with a battery life of 40 hours, as well as a tethered model, the INZONE H3. Continue reading “Sony INZONE H9, H7 and H3 Gaming Headsets launched in India”
Google launched its Pixel Buds, the company’s first premium earbuds, in India in July. This comes after the launch of laster year’s Pixel Buds A-Series. This finally adds ANC, which was not present in the first two models, has volume controls, wireless charging, and lots more improvements compared to the Pixel Buds. I have been used the earbuds for close to two months now. Is this worth the price? Let us find out in the review. Continue reading “Google Pixel Buds Pro Review”
DJI, the brand known for its wide range of camera stabilisers and drones, has launched its new Osmo Mobile 6 handheld smartphone camera stabilizer. The Osmo Mobile 6 has a better ergonomic design that lets it work with big phones. It also has 3-axis gimbal technology, a new Quick Launch button, ActiveTrack 5.0, and more. Continue reading “DJI Osmo Mobile 6 with 3-axis stabilization, new status panel and side wheel control announced”
Logitech G announced the availability of its Logitech G Cloud Gaming Handheld. The new device has precise gaming controls, a 1080p HD screen, a long-lasting battery, and a light, streamlined design that lets players enjoy PC and console games in a new way through the cloud. Continue reading “Logitech G CLOUD Gaming Handheld with 7″ FHD display, up to 12h playtime announced”
