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Samsung Galaxy Note 9 Is it worth the hype?

Samsung galaxy note 9 is one of the flagship Smartphone of the Samsung line of smartphones. Today this device has become one of the most famous smartphones available in the market.

It was released on 24th August 2018. The four available colors are metallic copper, midnight black, ocean blue, and lavender purple.  The debut price of note 9 with 128 GB and 6 GB ram was Rs. 69,233 and Rs 86,633 for 512 GB and 8 GB of RAM. But now it is available between the range of Rs 62,999- Rs 67,900 on various e-commerce sites such as Amazon, Flipkart, etc in India.

Features and specifications

It has developed most extraordinary performance features yet like the all-new powerful full day battery with 4000 mAh that could last 2 days on just a single charge. It has redefined mobile storage with 128/512 GB. This gives the power to store so much more deleting less of what you love. The cutting edge processor allows one to enjoy the remarkably fast performance. Its advanced water carbon cooling protects it against overheating to deliver high-end performance for a longer time. What makes note 9 apart is the whole new powerful S-Pen. The S-Pen is totally transformed because now it is here with embedded Bluetooth technology. The all-new S-Pen lets one command their presentations with even touching the phone and also gives the power to remotely access note’s advanced system with just a tap. It also comes with sensors like compass/magnetometer, proximity sensor, accelerometer, ambient light sensor, gyroscope, and barometer.

The revolutionary camera with the rear as 12 megapixels and front with 8 megapixels takes photography to a whole new level adapting like the human eye. As they claim, “The camera is at an incredibly powerful level of AI to recognize scenes, intelligently optimizing their colors and detecting their flaws.” With Bixby, a new seamless way of using the phone is introduced.

Other features include:

·                CPU- QUALCOMM snapdragon 845

·                Memory- 6/8GB

·                Micro SD storage- up to 512GB

·                Screen size- 6.4 inches with curved edges

·                Resolution- 2960*1440

·                Connectivity –Bluetooth 5 ,NFC

·                Weight -201 gm

·                Operating system- Android 8.1 Oreo upgradable to Android 9.0 pie

·                Size – 161.9*76.4*8.8 mm

·                Video recording – 2160p@60fps,1080p@240 fps, 720p@960fps, HDR, dual video recording.

·                Display – super AMOLED capacitive touch screen 16M colors.

·                Protection- corning gorilla glass 5

 Hidden Features

1)       A very important one is dual audio Bluetooth. This is a really great feature that only Samsung smartphones really have still at this time. It allows you to connect two different headphones, doesn’t matter what brand they are, at the same time or even two different Bluetooth speakers at the same time.

Open Bluetooth àadvanced >

Dual audio Bluetooth and connect the two different devices

2)       Another important feature is how to send large files over text, message or e-mail without losing quality.

Sign up for a Samsung account> select video> share > link sharing >choose sharing platform.

3)       It gives the ability to actually completely customize our keyboard more than ever before.

Settings >general management > language and input > on-screen keyboard >Samsung keyboard.

This really has improved the overall experience with its keyboard dramatically.

4)       The ability to make a lock screen video at full resolution. Every time turn your phone to have an amazing video as your lock screen

    Gallery >video >set as wallpaper.

  Trim the 15 sec of the video you want to have as your lock screen.

5)       You can unlock your phone with S-Pen.

Settings>advanced features> S-Pen>unlock with s-pen.

After this setting now you can unlock the phone just by pressing the button on the s-pen and swiping up the lock screen.

 FUN facts

·                The theme song used in the note 9 commercial is thunderclouds by Sia, Diplo, Labrinth.

·                It was awarded the "best phone of the year" award by the consumer reports.

·                There’s a variant in Samsung note 9 which supports up to around 1tb of expandable memory.

·                The world most famous game fortnight was launched exclusively for note 9 first.

·                It was the first Samsung flagship phone to use carbon fiber interface for better heat transference.

·                Samsung launched an exclusive variant for China and South Korea which 512 GB of internal memory.

 Reasons why Note 9 is better than iPhone X

·                Better battery life- The note 9 and its huge 4000mAh battery is able to outlast the smaller battery of iPhone.

·                Super slow motion- Both can record super slow motion video @240FPS but on the note, one can go even slower and record at upon 960 FPS

·                More base storage- Not only note is a little cheaper than iPhone but it also comes with double the base battery at 128 GB compared to 64 GB on the iPhone.

·                Fast charging adapter- Both support fast charging but unlike the iPhone the note actually comes with a fast charger adapter. However in iPhone it needs to spend more bucks to make that happen.

CONS

·                With 201g, it is thick and heavy and certainly appears like a drawback.

·                Since Samsung contemplates a design change with each new launch of their product, it is surprising that note9 looks so much similar to its previous model note 8.

·                Bixby 2.0 is not up to expectations.

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WELCOME TO THE CITY OF LAKES

“FOR ALL THOSE WHO ARE LOST, THERE WILL BE ALWAYS CITIES THAT FEELS LIKE HOME” – SIMON VAN BOOY

AND THIS CITY HAS THE POTENCY TO MAKE ANYONE FEEL LIKE SO.

The capital of Madhya Pradesh and home of about 1.8m people.  Habituated by Parmar king Bhoj who founded the city in the 11th century and named it Bhojpal. The princely rule was established by Sardar Dost Mohammad Khan who became the first Nawab of Bhopal.

This city is enriched with serene lakes, hillocks, parks, verdancy, wildlife, art, and culture. It has a distinct history replete with the stories of prince and princess. Remains of stone and copper ages in and around Bhopal are evidence that there was a lovable workplace for rules of Maurya, Shunga, Kushana and Gupta periods.

The placid lakes: upper and lower lakes of Bhopal have enhanced its splendor and magnificence giving it an individual identity. The anecdote of its beauty can be found in many poets’ poems like Allama Iqbal. Even the ruthless change of times was unable to put a stain on the physical beauty of Bhopal lakes.

The upper lake was constructed in 1011 AD by king Bhoj. It is 31.5 km long and 5km wide. The sunrise and sunset from the boat view is like a visual treat for eyes

 The lower lake in the southeast of the upper lake constructed by Nawab Hayat Muhammad khan’s diwan Chhote Khan. 

These lakes are indeed the nucleus of the city which is bordered along their shores stand silent custodian that testifies to the growth of the city.

Bhopal can boast of great historical happenings which have definitely left its mark on the art and culture. It speaks of a rich heritage and part of the region.

The city is also the hub of  some unique museums

BHARAT BHAWAN: Described as the ‘house of arts’ by the then prime minister Smt. Indira Gandhi, it came into being on February 13, 1982. It is a unique center of multi-arts and was constructed under the guidance of the world renowned architect Charles Correa. It is divided into four sections

·      Vagarth- it has a rich library of Indian language poetry and anthologies of world’s famous poets.

·      Rupankar – The museum of the tribal folk artist with a record room having rare books on tribal art.

·      Anhad-It displays the rich heritage of Indian classical, tribal and folk music.

·      Rangmandal- A full time repertory dedicated to the task of enlightening the young artist about technical aspects of theatre and drama.

INDIRA GANDHI NATIONAL MUSEUM-  National museum of man provides a mirror of the culture of various tribes of India. Models of their huts, gods, goddesses, shrines have been displayed here.

An insight of TRIBAL MUSEUM situated at a few distances from Indira Gandhi Manav sangrahalaya.

STATE ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM-  This museum has galleries which preserve documents of the nawabi period; photos, bronze made idols of gods. The art gallery displays art pieces pots and images.

One of the most prominent features of Bhopal art and culture are its chowks lined with old mosques and havelis. The art of zari work is predominant here for more than 300 years. This industry has also seen the royal elite days of the great emperors.

Apart from all these, what makes Bhopal more special? What makes its culture and art so rich and distinguished from others ? It is the remarkable equilibrium it maintains between Hindu and Muslim cultures.

The temples and mosques of Bhopal are famous for their architecture and natural sites.

·      BIRLA MANDIR- Constructed in 1964 by Ganga Prasad Birla, it is one of the most famous temple here. Huge images of Lord Vishnu and goddess Laxmi are enshrined in sanctum of the temple.

·      GUFA MANDIR- It is situated near lalghati on a hill. Late Baba Narayandas discovered it in 1949.

·      The GURUDWARA along hamidia road is also very famous. It was constructed in 1983.

The mosques built up during princely rule have historic and archaeological importance.

·      The ‘Crown of mosques’ or popularly known as TAJ-UL-MASJID is the largest mosque in the country and it also happens to be second largest in Asia.

The foundation stone was laid by the princess Shahjehan begum in 1871 AD.

·      Out to one’s surprise, this fascinating city is also home to Asia’s smallest mosque –DHAI SEEDHI KI MASJID. Initially built as a make shaft mosque during the construction of the Fatehgarh fort started by Dost Mohammad Khan.

“FOOD IS THE SIMPLEST WAY FOR ME TO LEARN ABOUT ANOTHER CULTURE”- ANDREW ZIMMERN

INDEED!!!. The cultural fusion of the city is reflected in its cuisine too. With some of the best vegetarian dishes, it is also a pivot of mouthwatering biryani, seekh kabab, nalli nahari, machhi fry, etc.

The Bhopali paan is an integral part too as it reflects the relaxed and regal temperament of the local people.

The fascinating amalgam of scenic beauty, old historic stuff, and modern planning are what defines Bhopal. Modern Bhopal has embraced new ways of living life but has not neglected the old.