Acer has launched an upgraded version of its Aspire E5-571 notebook in India that features 5th Generation Intel Core processor. The 5th-gen Intel Core i7 processor powered notebook will be available at Rs 44,999. The Aspire E5-571 will be available in five colours: titanium silver, midnight black, tiger's eye brown, sapphire blue and garnet red.
As per the company, the 5th-generation Intel Core processors offer power efficiency of the new 14nm process along with improvements in processor instructions to deliver faster performance. The U series of 5th-gen Intel Core processors supports two cores and up to four threads with Intel Hyper-Threading Technology. Intel Turbo Boost 2.02 also dynamically controls the performance and power of both cores and graphics—boosting performance. It is also better equipped to handle latest capabilities like gesture, voice, and facial recognition.
Processor power design improvements across CPU, graphics, I/O, and power management, and increased power efficiency of Intel's 14nm manufacturing process, enable the processor to offer users an improved battery life compared with 4th-gen Intel Core processors (U series).
Acer Aspire E5-571 model sports a 15.6-inch HD (1366x768p) display. It features up to 12GB RAM and 1TB hard disk, and the latest Nvidia GeForce 800M series graphics card. It also comes with a built-in optical drive.
Acer claims that the notebook delivers up to 7 hours of battery back-up.
The notebook is equipped with a Precision Touchpad (PTP) that supports six core Windows 8.1 TouchPad gestures, reducing un-intended tap and cursor motions on the touchpad and improving pinch-to-zoom, smoother scrolling and screen navigation.
The device is also Skype Certified, offering enhanced Voice over IP (VoIP) experiences featuring a digital microphone and high quality speakers for better bass band audio performance and authentic Skype communication, as per the company.
Indian brand Celkon Mobiles has launched an ultra-cheap smartphone, named Q54 Millennia ME, aimed at selfie lovers. Priced at Rs 5,555, Celkon Q54 Millennia ME sports a 5MP front camera and is the cheapest selfie phones available in the market right now.
The all-new Celkon Q54 Millennia ME has a 5-inch IPS screen with 480x854p resolution and runs on Android 4.4 (KitKat) operating system. The smartphone packs a 1.2GHz quad-core processor with 512MB RAM under the hood and comes with 4GB internal storage, with storage expansion via microSD cards up to 32GB. It is powered by a 2,000mAh battery, has a 5MP rear camera with LED flash and weighs 150gram.
Murali Retineni, executive director, Celkon Mobiles, said, "This phone provides a unique take-away for all categories of people. Gaming aficionados can revel in their experience with the gravity sensors while selfie lovers can take best selfies with the 5MP front camera. We hope this all-in-one model will be most suitable for customers who do not want to compromise on features or affordability."
Lava has launched its new budget smartphone Iris X8 at Rs 8,999. It will be available exclusively on e-commerce marketplace Flipkart starting February 9.
The dual sim smartphone features a 5-inch HD (720x1280pixels) IPS display with Asahi Dragontrail glass protection.
Powered by 1.4GHz octa-core MediaTek processor, Lava Iris X8 has 2GB RAM, and comes with 16GB of internal storage. Users can also install microSD cards of up to 32GB for more storage.
The smartphone sports an 8MP rear camera and a 3MP front-facing camera.
The phone runs Android 4.4 Kitkat, but is upgradable to Android 5.0 Lollipop. It packs a 2500mAh battery. Iris X8 comes with an Intelligent Flip cover that allows users to access applications like music, calling, camera, messaging and a few other functions directly without the need of using the screen.
The smartphone also has gesture recognition functions with 'Smart Wake-up' and gesture controls which allows consumers to directly jump to applications from the locked screen.
For connectivity, the smartphone offers 3G, GPRS/EDGE, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0 and a micro-USB slot.
One of the most
popular instant messaging apps in the world, WhatsApp, can now be secured with
third party app, Lock for WhatsApp that allows users to set password on your
messenger.
Red Bricks Lab’s “Lock for WhatsApp” is now
trending fast around the world that aims to protect the messenger through
password and avoid its unwanted usage by anonymous.
The security app only covers 4.42MB of your handset storage while
at least 500,000 users have downloaded the LOCK as far. Moreover, the intruders
cannot be uninstalled by anonymous without giving accurate password.
‘Lock for WhatsApp’ also provides feature for password recovery in
case password is forgotten by the user.
According to official statement on Google’s Play Store, the makers
launched its newer version 4.1.4 with better design and bug fixes by upgrading
the v3.0.4 which include uninstall lock feature.
Earlier, TheNewsTribe makes WhatsApp users aware about its PLUS
version 6.72 to discover more customisations as compare to simple WhatsApp
application.
WhatsApp already hinted to add Voice Call feature in the widely
used app across the world, however, the PLUS version attracted millions
following its top five features although its official released but available on
official website where the company tests out new features.
2.Connect your One M7 to the PC using USB cable. Move the
download file to the internal storage of the phone and remember the location
3.Disconnect the phone from the computer. Enter it into
bootloader mode by pressing and holding Power and Volume Down buttons together
4.In recovery mode first perform a complete clean up, which
is obligatory to install the ROM. Click wipe data/factory reset and also
perform wipe system/data/cache/dalvik
5.Once the process is completed, return to the recovery
menu. Select install zip from sdcard>> choose zip from sdcard then browse
to the location where you have copied the Maximus HD ROM to. Select it and
confirm installation
6.Go through the steps that Aroma installer gives
7.After the installation process is completed, reboot the
phone
Your HTC One M7 should now be updated
with the MaximusHD ROM. Head to Settings > About phone to verify the new
Android software version.
Android Lollipop 5.0.2 has been ported for the M7.
It should be noted that the last generation HTC One M7 is
on the cards to receive the Android 5.0
Lollipop update, so you should
definitely check if your handset is supported before attempting this custom ROM
update.
Recognised XDA developer LlabTooFeR has confirmed in a Tweet the
availability of his heavily customised MaximusHD ROM (version 50.0.0) for HTC's
first gen one series flagship smartphone, the M7. The updated version of the
MaximusHD ROM is based on Android 5.0.2 Lollipop, and includes Sense version
6.0 and build number LRX22F.
Widely believed to be one of the best custom ROMs out
there, MaximusHD is quite fast and stable with noticeable battery performance.
The ROM has also been tweaked to offer optimum performance. After installing
the custom firmware, users will not have to root it as it is already rooted.
Apart from this, it brings Google Material Design and several improvements for
the camera and battery.
Maximus HD system information
·Based on HTC One 7.15.401.1
·Android 5.0.2 (LRX22F)
·Sense 6.0
·Amazing battery life
·Fast and Stable
·Tweaked for Best Performance
·OTA Updates
·APM
·Auto-Kernel Flash
·OpenGL ES 3.0
·Deodexed
·Zippaligned
·Rooted
·Aroma Multi-Language Setup (Supports 24
languages now)
·Ensure that the bootloader of HTC One M7 should be
unlocked or, have S-Off.
·The phone should be rooted and have latest custom
recovery installed. It is recommended to flash TWRP recovery version 2.8.4.0
or, higher is required for a hassle-free installation process.
·Your HTC One M7 should be running firmware version
7.15.401.1 (S-Off only).
·The Android devices should have above 80% of battery
charge.
·Create a Nandroid backup in recovery, which will help
restoring the current set up if the Lollipop ROM does not work.
·Maximus HD ROM works only with HTC One M7. Installing
this on any other variant might brick the device. Therefore, verify the model
number of your HTC One M7 before installing the custom ROM.
·As the custom ROM is under development, the device might
get bug issues with the installation of the custom firmware.
·Neowin will not be held liable for any mishap with the device and
the installation will be at your own risk.
Nearly two million 1 Series models
have been sold since the introduction of the first 1 Series generation ten
years ago. This latest incarnation builds on the winning formula of these
three- and five-door predecessors with new power units from the latest BMW
engine family, additional EfficientDynamics technologies fitted as standard and
careful enhancements to the exterior and interior design.
The level of standard equipment is
now even higher, new options have been added and with new mobility services
from BMW ConnectedDrive, there are even more ways to increase the functionality
and personalisation of the new 1 Series.
Design the proportions, lines and surface design of the new BMW 1 Series bear all
the classical hallmarks of a BMW with its set-back passenger compartment, long
bonnet and short overhangs, in particular, give it a uniquely sporting
presence. The new car features subtle but key differences to refine yet further
the overall package. At the front, a new lower apron with larger air intakes
and a horizontal bar combines with reshaped BMW kidney grilles and new
headlamps that feature LED daytime driving lights as standard on all models.
For the first time, full LED headlamps with low and main beam have been added
to the options list, with Adaptive LED headlamps a further option. These follow
the path of the road ahead, and also adapt their beam according to the type of
road and conditions at any given moment. At the rear, new tail lamps with a
familiar BMW ‘L’ shape design adopt striking LED technology.
The driver-focused cockpit of the new
BMW 1 Series is an even more welcoming, sporty, comfortable place to sit,
thanks to enhancements to the design, and the materials and fabrics used. In
particular, there’s a new cloth fabric for the seats.
The BMW Radio Professional and iDrive operating system continues
to be standard across the entire range so all new 1 Series models feature the freestanding,
6.5-inch Control Display, the controller wheel mounted on the center console,
and the direct menu control and favourites buttons. If the optional
Professional Navigation system is fitted, the Controller comes with a larger,
touch-sensitive surface for inputting numbers and characters, while the onboard
monitor takes the form of an 8.8-inch display of particularly slim design.
The controls arranged below the Control Display have also
benefited from detailed refinements. Both the air vents and the controls for
the radio and the automatic air conditioning now feature high-quality chrome
surrounds. The radio and automatic air conditioning keypads, meanwhile, are set
against high-gloss black paneling.
Engines: a new power unit family The new BMW 1 Series sees the introduction of powerplants from the BMW
Group’s new engine family, plus an expansion of the standard-fit BMW Efficient
Dynamics technology. The new engines bring a reduction in fuel consumption of up to 12 per cent
while simultaneously providing more power and sharper responses. All engines
meet the Euro 6 exhaust emissions standard and offer as much as 326hp in the
new M135i, with C02 emissions as low as 89g/km in the new 116d Efficient
Dynamics Plus model. The eight-speed Steptronic transmission has been further
refined.
Model
Price
from
Power
Hp
Torque
Nm
0 – 62mph Seconds
Top Speed Mph
Combined Mpg
CO2 Emissions g/km
118i
£20,775
136
220
8.5 (8.7)
130
52.3 (50.4)
125 (129)
120i
£23,825
170
250
7.4 (7.2)
140 (138)
48.7 (49.6)
136 (133)
125i
£26,905
218
310
6.4 (6.2)
157 (151)
42.2 (43.5)
154 (148)
M135i
£31,725
326
450
5.1 (4.9)
155*
35.3 (37.7)
188 (175)
116d
£21,710
116
270
10.3
124
78.5 (78.5)
94 (96)
116d ED Plus
£22,560
116
270
10.4
121
83.1
89
118d
£22,855
150
330
8.3 (8.1)
132
70.6 (74.3)
104 (99)
120d
£25,305
190
400
7.1 (7.0)
142
65.7 (68.9)
114 (109)
120d xDrive
£28,355
190
400
6.8
138
62.8
119
125d
£30,330
224
450
6.3
149
61.4
121
*Electronically limited top speed.
All of the BMW 1 Series diesel
engines are sourced from the BMW Group’s new engine family. Points of note
include the use of aluminium for the crankcase and cylinder head, a forged
steel crankshaft with integrated balancer shaft drive, the configuration of the
intake and exhaust components and of the ancillary systems, a map-controlled
oil pump and a longitudinal positioning in the engine compartment. Other
features in common are the coating of the cylinder walls, low-weight pistons,
forged connecting rods, their cylinder spacing and the volume per cylinder of
500 cc – very close to the thermodynamic optimum.
In all the petrol engines, the suite
of BMW Twin Power Turbo technology includes not only a turbocharger system and
High Precision Direct Petrol Injection, but also VALVETRONIC fully variable
valve timing and variable adjustment of the intake and exhaust camshaft
(Double-VANOS).
Petrol power: four and six cylinders The BMW 118i and BMW 120i are both powered by a 1.6-litre four-cylinder
engine. It develops 136hp and 170hp respectively, offering acceleration as low
as 7.2 seconds to 62mph in the 120i and with fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
of just 52.3mpg and 125g/km in the 118i. The four-cylinder engine in the 125i
features a 2.0-litre displacement, providing 218hp and peak torque of 310Nm,
enabling a 0-62mph time of just 6.2 seconds.
At the top of the petrol engine range
remains the formidable M135i with its turbocharged straight-six engine. Power
has been increased in the new model to 326hp, with peak torque of 450Nm,
enabling a 0-62mph time of just 4.9 seconds, yet the ability to return 37.7mpg.
The diesels: five new engines in the
range
Both the new-generation
three-cylinder and latest four-cylinder engines are based on the same
efficiency-led concept, and boast new turbocharging technology and further
developed common rail direct injection systems. Engine response has been
improved via variable geometry turbines and turbocharger shaft guidance which,
depending on the engine variant, involves a slide bearing or roller bearing,
while new solenoid valve injectors generating injection pressure of up to 2,500
bar increase the precision of the fuel metering process. Furthermore, advances
have been made with the new diesel engines in terms of acoustic comfort as well
as thermodynamics, power development and efficiency.
The 1.5-litre three-cylinder engine
in the new BMW 116d generates 116hp and 270Nm of torque, an increase of 10Nm
compared to its predecessor. The standout figures for the new model are a
0-62mph time of 10.3 seconds coupled to fuel consumption as little as 78.5mpg
and CO2 emissions of 94g/km. These efficiency figures can be improved yet
further with the 116d Efficient Dynamics Plus model which, via a range of
measures, attains 83.1mpg with CO2 emissions of just 89g/km.
The new four-cylinder diesel engine
used in the latest BMW 1 Series is offered in three states of tune:
the 118d
generates 150hp and 330Nm of torque, the 120d has 190hp and 400Nm, and the
125d, with its multi-stage turbocharging, provides a very impressive 224hp with
450Nm of torque, enabling this model to reach 62mph from rest in just 6.3
seconds. The 118d can achieve a fuel consumption figure of just 74.3mpg, but
even the 125d manages a highly credible 61.4mpg.
The majority of new BMW 1 Series
variants are fitted with a six-speed manual gearbox as standard, offering
engagement speed control for the smoothest possible gear changes. However, the
120d xDrive all feature as standard the eight-speed Steptronic gearbox otherwise
available as an option. This automatic transmission has improved internal
efficiency, longer gear ratios, optimized transmission management and a
vibration damper. A predictive shift strategy, which works in conjunction with
the car’s navigation system – even when route guidance is not active – ensures
that gear changes are timed precisely according to the prevailing driving
situation.
The eight-speed Sport Automatic
transmission is available as an option for the BMW 125i, BMW M135i, BMW 120d
and BMW 120d xDrive models. This transmission is standard on the BMW 125d. It
features even faster gear changes, shift paddles on the steering wheel and a
Launch Control function.
BMW Efficient Dynamics: more
technology to improve efficiency
The new BMW 1 Series features an
expanded range of BMW Efficient Dynamics features. As well as Brake Energy
Regeneration, the need-based operation of ancillary components, Electric Power
Steering, the Optimum Gearshift Indicator and the Auto Start Stop function
(also available in conjunction with an automatic transmission), standard
equipment for the new BMW 1 Series model range also includes ECO PRO mode,
which can be activated using the included Driving Experience Control switch. On
all cars specified with an automatic transmission – with the exception of the
BMW 118i and the BMW 120i – ECO PRO mode now also offers a coasting function.
In addition, vehicles with the Professional Navigation system come with a
Proactive Driving Assistant function, which tells the driver when to lift off
the throttle ahead of, say, corners, turn-offs, roundabouts and speed limits.
There have also been aerodynamic
improvements, with the newly designed front apron and improved sealing between
the headlights and bonnet optimizing airflow. The BMW 116d Efficient Dynamics
Plus model also features active air flap control and specially designed kidney
grille bars. With these measures in place, the new BMW 1 Series models have a
lower drag coefficient (Cd) than that of their predecessors. The Cd of the new BMW
116d Efficient Dynamics Plus model, for example, has been reduced to 0.29.
Equipment and BMW model lines
The new BMW 1 Series features an even
greater range of standard equipment, while also offering an array of high
quality options – many of which were originally developed for BMW cars in
higher segments.
The BMW 1 Series is offered in three
trims – SE, Sport and M Sport. The generous range of standard equipment fitted
to all new BMW 1 Series models includes remote control central locking, keyless
engine ignition, electric window controls, electrically heated exterior mirrors
and the Driving Experience Control switch. Also included is automatic air
conditioning, a multi-function leather steering wheel adjustable for height and
reach, a rain sensor including automatic driving lights control and a front
passenger airbag that can be deactivated. BMW Radio Professional including CD
player with DAB, six loudspeakers and an AUX-In socket, and Bluetooth audio
streaming functionality are other standard equipment features along with the
iDrive operating system. Completing the offer is 16-inch alloy wheels, extended
storage, sliding front armrest and fog lights.
Building on this in Sport for £1,000
more, the specification is enhanced to include 17-inch alloy wheels, ambient
lighting, and black high-gloss interior trim, Sport exterior styling elements,
Sport steering wheel and Sports seats. For an additional £2,700 above SE
specification, M Sport comes as standard with 18-inch M Sport alloy wheels, aluminum
hexagon interior trim, M Aerodynamic body styling, M Sport suspension, Sport
seats, Alcantara upholstery and an M Sport leather steering wheel.
The new M135i model has its own
specific interpretation of the M aerodynamic package including even larger
front air intakes and the typical BMW M Performance Ferric Grey wing mirrors.
Naturally, the steering, suspension, gearbox and wheels/tires combination have
all been developed specifically for this high performance machine. Inside, the
driving environment features many M-specific features such as the leather
steering wheel, along with the use of the M135i logo.
All new BMW 1 Series models are
optionally available with a 40:20:40 split rear seat backrest: folding one or
more of the sections allows boot capacity to be increased in stages from 360 to
1,200-litres.
The options list of the new BMW 1
Series encompasses items for comfort, functionality and entertainment. These
include: electrically adjustable and heated seats for the driver and front
passenger, two-zone automatic air conditioning, a heated steering wheel and the
Harman Kardon Hi-Fi system, complete with 12 loudspeakers and a digital
amplifier with 360-watt output.
Connected Drive: Increasing and
improving mobility via new services
The new BMW 1 Series again benefits
from the development expertise of the world’s leading manufacturer of premium
cars, offering customers a richly varied selection of driver assistance systems
and mobility services.
Standard equipment for the new BMW 1
Series includes a SIM card embedded in the car, as a mobile phone connection is
required to make use of the (also standard) Intelligent Emergency Call and BMW
Tele Services functions, as well as the optional internet-based services. These
cover Connected Drive Services including the BMW Online internet portal, as
well as the Concierge Services personal information service, Remote Services
and Real Time Traffic information. In addition, the spectrum of services
customers can integrate into their cars retrospectively via apps has been
expanded. All functions are safe, convenient and intuitive to use thanks to the
BMW iDrive operating system, now also standard.
Drivers can integrate app functions
into their car via the embedded SIM card or a smartphone. Moreover, the latest
Professional Navigation system offers online-based Real Time Traffic
information and updates map data “over the air”, using a mobile phone
connection established by the SIM card.
An updated version of the Parking
Assistant features 12 rather than the previous 10 sensors and helps the driver
to select and use parking spaces lying not only parallel but now also
transversely to the road. In addition, the range of features has also been
extended for Park Distance Control (PDC), and there’s the option of Active
Cruise Control system with Stop & Go function.
The selection of driver assistance
systems available for the new BMW 1 Series also includes a rear-view camera,
High Beam Assistant, Speed Limit Info including No Passing Info display and the
Driving Assistant. The latter comprises the camera-based Lane Departure Warning
and Collision Warning systems as well as the Attention Assistant feature.
The new BMW 1 Series is on sale 28
March, 2015 priced at £20,245 OTR for a three-door 118i SE and £20,775 OTR for
a five-door 118i SE.
