OnePlus has been in the rumour mill for its upcoming smartphone Oneplus 6. The device is speculated to be out by end of this month or around that. A new report now claims that the company might unveil a new pair of wireless headphones dubbed Bullets soon.
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The latest Bluetooth listing has confirmed a OnePlus Bullets Wireless headset and it might be the sequel to the popular OnePlus Bullet V2 earphones, as per a report by Nashville Chatter Class. The report suggests that the new Bullet headphones are based on Bluetooth v4.1 and include a Qualcomm chip. The earphones are identified by the model number BT31B. Additionally, the Bluetooth listing asserts that the company could launch the new headphones alongside launching the OnePlus 6.

The certification doesn't reveal the design of the Wireless headphones. However, this will apparently be the first pair of wireless earbuds by the company. Though it is not known whether the anticipated Bullets Wireless earbuds will be a truly wireless form factor such as Apple’s AirPods or Google'd Pixel Buds.

Besides, the Bullets V2 that came in 2016 sports a full-metal finish, a tangle-free flat cables and an in-line remote control. The Bullets V2 have a frequency range of 20-20000Hz, a sound pressure level of 107dB, 9mm dynamic drivers, rated the power of 3mW and 24ohms impedance.

As for the OnePlus 6, the handset is rumoured to be launched sometime around the release of the Avengers: Infinity War movie which is set to hit the cinemas on April 27 in India.

It wouldn't be an Acer CES event without some gaming PCs, and this year the focus is on the desktop crowd. The PC maker is unveiling two systems headlined by the US release of the Predator Orion 9000, a spare-no-expense tower for dedicated gamers. If you can get past the over-the-top "look ma, I'm a gamer" styling, you'll find a lot of power under the hood. The system uses a combination of liquid cooling and a partitioned airflow system to drive some seriously high-end components with little noise and some room for overclocking, including up to an 18-core Intel Core i9, twin GeForce GTX 1080 Ti graphics cards and as much as 128GB of RAM.
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The case is also tailor-made for LAN parties with handles and wheels, while the tool-free window can help with quicker part upgrades. There's also no shortage of ports, although the array is slightly confusing: there are two USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports (one each of Type-C and Type-A), eight USB 3.1 ports (one Type-C and seven Type-A), and (for some reason) two USB 2.0 ports. The Orion 9000 will start at $1,999 when it ships in February, although Acer hasn't said what that configuration includes. You can safely assume an 18-core dream machine will cost considerably more.

Acer's laptop introduction, meanwhile, sits on the other end of the spectrum. The 15-inch Nitro 5 is aimed at "casual gamers" (or really, gamers on a budget) who want enough power to run modestly demanding titles when they're away from home. It won't blow anyone away with its Ryzen mobile processor and Radeon RX560 video, but you do get a solid-state drive (up to 512GB), as much as 32GB of RAM and a "plethora" of connections that include USB Type-C, gigabit Ethernet and HDMI 2.0. Really, the price is the hook -- the Nitro 5 will start at $799 when it ships in April, which sounds about right for a system with just enough oomph for your Overwatch sessions.

Acer has launched its updated notebook line-up at CES 2018. The previous three generation notebooks have been updated this year. The Acer Swift 7, claims to be the ‘Thinnest Computer in the World’ measuring at a thickness of 8.98mm which is even thinner than its previous iteration. Acer has also launched the updated versions of Nitro 5 and Spin 3.
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Apart from the thinness, the Swift 7 has integrated 4G LTE connectivity which is a rare feature in the laptops. The device is equipped with seventh-generation Core i7 processor instead of latest eighth-generation. There’s 8GB of RAM and 256GB of PCIe SSD. Acer has upgraded the screen to a 14-inch panel with a resolution of 1080p. The Swift 7 is priced at $1,699 and will be available from March.

cton, a company which primarily sells electric skateboards, has launched ACE Eyewear, a pair of sunglasses that doubles as a covert camera.
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The new sunglasses feature a 120-degree wide-angle lens and about 1.5 hours of battery life of continuous recording, according to Acton.

The ACE Eyewear is capable of taking 8MP photos and capture up to 40 minutes of HD video. ACE’s accompanying app will enable users to organise and edit the photos.

The app will also allow users to livestream to Youtube, Facebook and Instagram, when connected to Wi-Fi. This would be an convenient way to stream footage without having to hold a camera or a smartphone in a specific direction.

The ACE Eyewear w are priced at $199, but users can avail them for $99 if they pre-order it now. Units are said to available by summer 2018, and will be on display at CES 2018.

It seems that Samsung has a lot of goodies stored under the wrap for the upcoming CES 2018. The company has announced an updated version of the Notebook 7 Spin that comes packed with a quad-core eight-generation Intel Core i5 processor and support for an Active Pen stylus. The Notebook 7 Spin was originally released back in 2016.
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At CES 2018, Samsung will launch the new Notebook 7 Spin (2018). The company says that the new Notebook is designed for working professionals, students and those looking for entertainment.

The key highlights of the Notebook include a fingerprint sensor, which will work with Windows Hello security suite. The multi-functional laptop boasts a 360-degree screen, which users can twist and turn. The company has notified that the Active Pen will be sold separately. The Notebook 7 Spin sports a 13.3-inch display with a resolution of 1920x1080 pixels. At the heart, there is an 8th-generation Intel Core i5 processor clubbed with 8GB RAM and a 256GB of inbuilt storage.

The South Korean giant says that the laptop comes with an improved battery life and claims that the Notebook 7 Spin can last a whole day on a single charge. The Notebook also comes with one port each for USB-C, USB 3.0, USB 2.0 and HDMI. The new Notebook 7 Spin (2018) will be available later this year.

Creative has announced the Creative Muvo 1c, a splashproof portable speaker with just Bluetooth and Aux-in for convenient playback. The Muvo 1c is  splashproof and dustproof (IP66-rated), and will be available in Black colour variant.

The speaker features an oversized passive radiator for enhanced bass. Users can connect two Muvo 1c speakers together wirelessly using the Stereo Wireless Link technology.

The Muvo 1c doubles as a speakerphone when Bluetooth is connected to a user’s smartphone and lets them toggle between their music playback and incoming calls.
When connected to a PC or Mac, users can use the Sound Blaster Control Panel software to customize their audio, personalize their acoustic profile, tweak EQ settings, and even select a music source.

The Sound Blaster Connect app for iOS/Android allows users to view, browse, and play songs on the microSD Card inserted into the Muvo 1c from their smart device. Users can also switch audio sources, without having to reach for the speaker. The Creative Muvo 1c will be available end December 2017 priced at Rs 3,499 on Flipkart.

When it comes to traffic laws, motorcyclists in India and its adjoining countries top the chart for disobeying them. The mistaken perception of freedom on the streets often leads to fatal ways of bidding goodbye to the world. Despite the civic authorities urging the riders to opt for a helmet to have a remote chance of surviving accidents on these death traps, it becomes ‘an absolute necessity’ for the riders to carry the helmets on their arms instead of wearing them or talk on the phones while speeding through congested streets; they come up later with excuses such as ‘experiencing the wind-in-the-hair’ and ‘I-know-what’s-good-for-me’.
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However, a startup from Pakistan intends to embed a sense of smartness amongst the ‘daredevil’ motorcycle riders with an affordable smart helmet. Called the HELLI (sounds like cornflakes), the helmet looks like any other conventional commuter-focused helmet but has a lot of tech under its skin. For starters, it has got all the stuff you require while riding embedded smartly in the body — a speaker, a microphone, a Bluetooth receiver for transferring calls through them, a GPS tracker and even a heart rate monitor.

However, the helmet also comes with its head-mounted camera for recording (similar to a dashcam in a car) and two indicators for letting other motorists know which side are you turning (useful if you don’t know how to operate the bike’s indicator control). The HELLI’s party piece is its SOS mode — it uses its GPS tracker to send a distress call to your family as well as an ambulance service. If you were wondering whether it needs some kind of Internet connection, then you are wrong — the HELLI makes a call through your phone, eliminating the need for any other kind of connection requirements.

This is not the first time someone has attempted a smart helmet. Skully came up with a smart helmet in 2013 that could do similar things but cost its buyers a $1,000 (the company went bust eventually). HELLI’s creators — Lets Innovate, has planned on a minimum sticker price of about $50 (roughly Rs 3,000) to a max of up to $99 for the top variant with all the bells and whistles. Considering the protection it offers, the HELLI should sell well in a country like India, provided the company plans to sell it outside Pakistan. However, the major challenge with the HELLI is its target audience — riders will ultimately have to wear them instead of carrying it around in their arms.

Sony has updated it home audio line-up with two new speaker systems, the SA-D40, and SA-D20. Sony promises powerful sound, strong bass and improved connectivity options suitable for television and smartphone consumption.
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The SA-D40 supports 4.1 channels configuration with up to 80W of sound output, while the SA-D20 delivers 60W of sound output under the 2.1 channel setup. Sony claims that they have tuned the speakers to offer a wide immersive sound effect which results in cinema-like audio performance at the home. Both the speakers come with side sub-woofers wherein the SA-D40 offers wider peak frequency range.

The speakers support wireless audio using Bluetooth and USB connection alongside standard 3.5mm AUX input. The speakers can also memorise up to eight Bluetooth devices for easy connection. They come with a remote controller and a cable to connect the speakers to your TV effortlessly.

Sony claims that the speakers are tuned based on Indian latest movies and music titles by Sony’s sound engineer. The SA-D20 and SA-D40 will be available across all Sony Centers and major electronic stores in India for the price of Rs 7,990 and Rs 6,990 respectively.

iBall has announced another extension to its audio range with the launch Musi Poison portable speaker. It will be available at a price of Rs 3,999 in Deep Black colour option.

The speaker weighs at less than 0.5kg allows users to carry it easily and offers music with 12 Watts power. The speaker allows you to connect your devices wirelessly via Bluetooth.

Users can play music through USB, Micro SD and AUX. The speaker is also equipped with in-built FM Radio and a microphone for hands-free calling and call control manual buttons.
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Sporting digital LED display and bundled remote control, iBall Musi Poison comes with the rechargeable battery capacity of 1500mAh that claims to offer up to 4.5 hours playback time.

Zebronics has launched it's newest portable wireless Speaker ‘Buddy Speakers,’ priced at Rs 1699. The product will be available with leading retail stores across India.

The newest speaker from Zebronics sports LED Display along with RGB LED light, that accesses all parameters of the colour spectrum to optimise and personalise your listening experience. The 5W RMS output in very compact size brings users alive an audio experience that comes alive with depth and immersion.

The Buddy speaker runs on built-in rechargeable battery for up to 3 hours of music and offers Bluetooth wireless connection for ultimate accessibility. The speaker also comes with built-in FM to just enjoy live streaming music.  The connectivity options include USB/MicroSD/AUX with the 10-meter range for wireless connectivity.
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Commenting on the launch of Buddy speakers, Pradeep Doshi, Director, Zebronics, said “Yet again, comes another small wonder from Zebronics, which promises nothing but BIG Sound. Scoring full on good looks with good Music, the speaker is designed to make heads turn, crafted for pure musical performance.”