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German’s Blaupunkt launches 3 series of its LED Televisions
NEW DELHI: Blaupunkt, one of the most admired German consumer electronics brands, accredited with the tag of “Brand of the Century” is making a trailblazing entry into the Indian LED Televisions market. Blaupunkt has unveiled 3 series of its LED Televisions at IFA Berlin on 31st August 2018 in Germany. Subsequently, the Global Management Team of Blaupunkt launched these 3 Series in New Delhi.
The key Members of Indo-German Trade Commission, Kiara Advani (Bollywood actress & Netflix sensation), and Dr. Jai Madaan (renowned motivational speaker and astrologer) attended the brand launch event with several other dignitaries.
With a German brand coming in, one would surely expect it to have a very detailed understanding of the quality needs and price sensibilities of the Indian customer. Based on market dynamics, primary data analysis and consumer TV viewing habit patterning, Blaupunkt carefully studied the needs and took steps to launch products that would delight the Indian customers.
It was a grand show the Germans put up; the ambience was futuristic and on the countdown, there were 2 of the best-in-tech LED televisions unveiled on stage. The star models—55-inch 4K UHD LED TV and 50-inch FHD Smart Sound Series when unveiled in a hi-tech dramatic manner; one could realize why the Germans took their time to enter India with a great selection of LED televisions.
Blaupunkt LED Televisions can surely be a style statement to any quality discerning Indian customer due to its new age features, including AI capabilities and sleek charismatic design. Finally, the entire range of Blaupunkt LED Televisions that included the 4K UHD Series, Smart Sound Series) and Family series was unveiled and displayed as the Germans shared the features and USP’s of its all three series.
Blaupunkt’s LED TVs come in three futuristic series and eight models equipped with cutting-edge features such as bombastic sound quality with Soundbar, AI-based Hybrid Launcher, Voice-recognition smart remote, fine-tuned color variations, and comes with all its sleekness and sturdiness expected from a German brand.
The 4K UHD Premium Series has three LED Models that have the inbuilt sound bar of 60 W— the 43-inch, 49-inch, and 55-inch, where 55 inch is the flagship model of Blaupunkt. It is India’s 1st voice enabled android open source television. The customers can now find the Broadcasted channels and Internet on same platform with the ease of one remote.
All these LED TVs offer high-resolution display, are Quad Core enabled and have 178-degree view angle. The 4K UHD Premium offers connectivity through WiFi, Miracast option, has multiple ports and RJ45 Ethernet. With smart air mouse voice enabled feature, search your favorite programs /apps in a flick of a second. The best part is that the 55” television has 60 W in-built sound bar so that you can enjoy brilliant audio output.
The Smart Sound series has three models available in 32-inch, 43-inch, and 50-inch, having additional sound bar, so a viewer can get 30+60 W sound output. The Smart Sound series comes with a FHD & HD resolution, supports WiFi, has Miracasting and 178-degree viewing angle feature and multiple ports option. It has two inbuilt box speakers that give a cinematic sound experience to the viewer.
The connectivity features include three HDMI, two USB, and RJ45 Ethernet. AI-driven smart user interface helps viewers to get the best content from TV channels and internet on the same platform via Universal search feature. The slim metallic bezel in this series makes the television aesthetically attractive. With smart air mouse, one can enjoy futuristic TV viewing experience.
The Family Series includes 32-inch & 43-inch LED with a standard 30W sound output and carries similar specifications of other two series except for Inbuilt WiFi and Miracasting feature.
On the launch of these much-awaited LED TVs, Andrzej Cebart, Managing Director, Blaupunkt, said, “Blaupunkt’s all three LED series are manufactured with German technology, both in the electronics and software domain. As we stand for Quality, no product would reach an Indian customer unless it has the BLUE DOT, the mark of Quality Assurance. On the basis of our product testing and customizations, we believe we are ready to disrupt the Indian market with Blaupunkt LED Televisions at affordable prices. I can surely say that we are luxury, but affordable luxury. We are excited about our launch in India with our LED Televisions range of products that are in par with what we market in Europe. In fact, I am sure you will soon be a Blaupunkt customerJ”
As stated by Andrzej, “carrying the stamp of excellence, Blaupunkt’s latest LED Televisions are feature rich, cost-effective and as we are eco-sensitive, we are energy efficient too”. In order to reach this affordable luxury product to the length and breadth of India, the German brand has tied-up with online retailer Flipkart for exclusive sales arrangement and the 8 models from the 3 Series of Blaupunkt will be unveiled at Flipkart on the 11th September and would be readily available for purchase from 18th September onwards.
As unveiled at the event, Flipkart Prices are as follows:
· The 4K UHD Premium Series 43” will be available on Flipkartat a selling price of Rs.30, 999. 4K UHD Series comes in 49” and 55” inches, making it 3 sizes in this series.
· The HD Smart Sound Series 32” will be available on Flipkart at a selling price of Rs.16, 999. Full HD Smart Sound Series comes in 43” and 50” inches , making it 3 sizes in this series.
· The Family Series HD 32” will be available on Flipkart at a selling price Rs.12, 999. Family Series has another 43” inches Full HD model.
Congratulating Blaupunkt for the successful launch of its new offering, Kiara Advani, the Bollywood star and Netflix Sensation, said “I would like to congratulate Blaupunkt for this achievement! As Internet revolution is already adding value to on-demand entertainment and small screens are getting popular what I see missing is the overall experience, even though the visuals may be of satisfactory quality. With Blaupunkt LED Televisions, the added sound advantage and new-age visual technology, my audiences can watch my shows on Netflix and on other internet mediums on-demand with cinematic experience that too in the comfort of their homes. I am sure, like me there would be millions of Indian customers that would love to own a Blaupunkt LED Television.”
BLAUPUNKT 3 SERIES – MODELS + SELLING PRICE ON FLIPKART
NEW DELHI: Yotta Data Services, an end-to-end Digital Transformation service provider, has announced that its state-of-the-art data centre facility, “Yotta G1”, located in GIFT city, Gandhinagar is ready for service (RFS).
The opening of this data center marks the debut of Yotta in Gujarat and progresses the company’s mission to provide digital services in India’s high-growth markets.
G1 is Yotta’s fifth data center facility in the country. It joins four large operational data centers, two of which, at Navi Mumbai and Greater Noida are part of hyperscale campuses. Yotta G1 is uniquely located inside the International Financial Services Center (IFSC) zone of Gandhinagar’s Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT city).
G1 represents an investment of more than INR 500 cr. over five years across critical non-IT and IT / Cloud / AI compute infrastructure. The data center has a capacity of over 350 high-density racks and 2 MW power (which can be scaled further as per demand). The facility is designed to meet the most demanding digital needs of its customers, who may be located within GIFT City or anywhere in the world, by seamlessly delivering fault-tolerant facility infrastructure, high-performance Cloud compute and storage infrastructure, advanced physical and cyber security, unmatched connectivity, and steadfast sustainability.
For large global enterprises operating in the GIFT City IFSC zone, the G1 data center functions as a potential data embassy, whereby their data stored is subject to the laws and regulations of their home country, thus allowing them to maintain sovereignty over their data, even when stored in India. By storing data in a physically different location, global enterprises can ensure continuity of operations in case of major disruptions within their borders. The data center’s location also ensures compliance with the IFSC regulations, providing businesses in the zone with distinct advantages like free foreign exchange convertibility, a liberalised regulatory environment, and business-friendly policies. It also helps enterprises adhere to IFSC’s compliance requirements, including being mandated to host their data within the IFSC zone.
Commenting on the announcement, Darshan Hiranandani, Co-founder and Chairman, Yotta Data Services, said, “The state of Gujarat, with GIFT City, has been at the forefront of providing a viable and sustainable platform for global businesses to set up base in India. The setting up of the IFSC zone is a further testament to their vision for financial services companies. We are proud to support this vision of the Gujarat government with a state-of-the-art data center within the IFSC zone, providing the latest and best in cutting-edge technologies to help businesses set up and scale their businesses while also adhering to all regulatory requirements.”
Adding to this, Sunil Gupta, Co-Founder, MD & CEO, Yotta Data Services, said, “Yotta’s G1 marks a pivotal milestone in delivering high-end data center, Cloud, AI compute, storage, connectivity and cybersecurity services to enterprises both on a global and local scale in the Gujarat region. Besides serving the domestic enterprises within and outside GIFT City, our data center shall serve as a potential data embassy for global enterprises, enabling them to adhere to their respective country’s laws while offering a dependable and secure locale for offshore data storage.”
G1 data centre stands distinct in GIFT city for being a data center offering more than just colocation services. True to Yotta’s stature as the end-to-end digital transformation partner of choice for enterprises, G1 brings forth a suite of key features, ranging from advanced data security and customised business solutions to an indigenous hyperscale cloud offering, AI-GPU compute offering, state-of-the-art infrastructure, cybersecurity expertise, seamless integration with managed IT services, 24/7 customer support, cost optimisation, and an overall competitive edge.
This announcement follows on the heels of Yotta’s recent launch of its cloud services – Shakti Cloud and Yntraa Cloud. Powered by NVIDIA’s top-of-the-line GPUs, Shakti Cloud is India’s largest & fastest AI-HPC supercomputer, delivering cutting-edge GPU computing infrastructure, platforms, and services, including Infrastructure as a Service, Platform as a Service, and Software as a Service. Yntraa Cloud, on the other hand, is a truly indigenous hyperscale cloud platform at par with global cloud platforms, offering an exhaustive range of cloud products and services.
NEW DELHI: Domestic contract manufacturer Optiemus Infracom has entered into a joint venture with US-based speciality glassmaker Corning International to set up India’s first manufacturing facility for producing high-quality finished cover glass parts for the mobile consumer electronics industry.
The collaboration between both the companies will help expand India’s electronics manufacturing ecosystem, as the Indian government strengthens its Make in India initiative. As a part of the joint venture, the companies strategically aim to set up a world-class manufacturing facility in India, powered by cutting-edge technologies and processes.
Driven by a shared commitment to innovation and technological excellence, this collaboration will pave the way for the manufacturing of “Made in India” finished cover glass parts for use in mobile consumer electronic devices, and other cover glass applications, to meet the needs of next-generation mobile consumer electronic devices.
The joint venture signifies a powerful synergy between Optiemus’s deep domestic industry and manufacturing knowledge of electronics and telecom market and Corning’s globally-acclaimed expertise in advanced glass technology. By combining these strengths, the joint venture aspires to not only establish cover glass manufacturing capabilities and capacity in India, but also to contribute significantly to the creation of jobs and skill development within India’s thriving technology sector, the companies said in a statement.
Ashok Kumar Gupta, Chairman, Optiemus Infracom, said, “It is a matter of great pride for us to actively contribute to the growing manufacturing ecosystem in the country. With this joint venture, initiated in line with the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister of India of ‘Make in India’ programme and the “Atmanirbhar Bharat” initiative, we are committed to make available world-class high-quality products for global and local brands.”
“Embarking on this new journey, we intend to emerge as one of the top manufacturers of finished cover glass parts for use in mobile consumer electronic devices in the next five years. Our collective expertise in innovation, design, and manufacturing, will provide holistic solutions for the brands,” Gupta added.
NEW DELHI: Chipset maker MediaTek, which claims to power more than two billion connected devices every year, hosted ‘Catch-up with Tech’ in collaboration with handset brand Infinix on August 28 to share insightful and engaging conversations about the new-age smartphones and innovative technologies powering everyday lives.
The meet-up threw the spotlight on the MediaTek Dimensity Auto, Satellite solutions and Generative AI along with an extensive showcase of newly-launched Infinix Zero 30 5G powered by MediaTek Dimensity 8020, Infinix GT 10 Pro powered by MediaTek Dimensity 8050, and Infinix QLED TV powered by MediaTek.
In terms of specs, the Infinix Zero 30 5G is tailored for young storytellers and creators, featuring the first-ever smartphone to deliver 4K 60fps video recording from its 108 MP OIS rear camera and ultra-high resolution 50MP front camera. The Zero 30 series powered by MediaTek Dimensity 8020 is said to be a game changer for the front camera vlogging experience along with being the slimmest curved AMOLED smartphone in the segment with glass and a vegan leather back panel. It also claims to be one of the most premium-looking devices in the segment.
The event witnessed a panel discussion moderated by Anuj Sidharth, Deputy Director Marketing & Corporate Communications, MediaTek and included expert panelists from Infinix, MediaTek and two renowned professional photographers.
“With the fifth edition of Catch-up with Tech, we aim to bring consumers closer to the technology and enable them to make informed buying decisions based on their diverse needs. In collaboration with Infinix, this meet-up is in-line with MediaTek’s vision of technology democratization and making innovative technology accessible to everyone,” said Anku Jain, Managing Director, MediaTek India. “The MediaTek Dimensity 8020 in Infinix Zero 30 5G brings faster displays, brilliant cameras and ultra-fast performance. Further, MediaTek Imagiq technologies enrich the capture experience by combining dedicated AI, imaging processors and accelerators to provide incredible results,” he added.
Anish Kapoor, CEO, Infinix Mobile India, said, “Featuring India’s first 50MP 4K 60 fps video recording, Infinix Zero 30 5G is primed to redefine smartphone imaging capabilities, setting a new standard for the creators and vlogging enthusiasts. Our collaboration with MediaTek has played a pivotal role in shaping our exceptional smartphone portfolio, and the Zero 30 5G stands as evidence of our unwavering commitment to innovation and delivering unmatched experiences to our users. The display and design of the device represent a leap forward in smartphone technology. As Infinix Zero 30 5G hits the shelves, we are positive that our customers will find this new offering as exhilarating as we do, further empowering creators to capture their story like never before.”
Radhakrishnan Chakyat, a photography evangelist, founder and host of Pixel Viilage, said, “Infinix Zero 30 5G smartphone powered by MediaTek Dimensity 8020 chipset has amazing hardware features, an excellent camera, dual-view video mode and is primed for optimal content creation and saves a tremendous amount of editing time.”
Aarzoo Khurana, a wildlife photographer, said, “Over the last few days, I clicked various pictures and recorded a few videos with the newly-launched Infinix Zero 30 5G powered by MediaTek Dimensity 8020, and the experience has been truly inspiring. Infinix’s smartphone’s OIS feature helps content creators click shake-free pictures and the front camera, which is extremely sharp and detailed, enables content creators to click countless selfies.”
