Diwali 2016: Here are tech producs with the best Diwali discounts that you can pick up right now

Shopping sites continue to offer discounts as we approach Diwali. There are deep discounts and deals available across various categories. These are some of the best deals on tech products for today.

Micromax 46.99 cm (18.5) Monitor

This Micromax monitor for sale on Shopclues is available for Rs 4,499, a 44 percent discount from the regular price of Rs 7,799. The 18 inch HD monitor has a display resolution of 1366 x 768. The product ships with an impressive three year manufacturer warranty.

LG 108cm (43) Full HD LED

The LG 43 inch full HD LED television is on offer for Rs 38,490 on Flipkart, 19 percent off the regular list price of Rs 47,900. There is a one year domestic warranty for India by LG. The television supports a resolution of 1920 x 1080 and has 2 HDMI slots, and one USB slot.

Shutterbugs USB OTG Adapter

The Shutterbugs USB OTG Adapter has is available for Rs 41 from Paytm, a 92 percent discount from the retail price of Rs 499. The adapter can be used to power small accessories, data transfer between devices with role swapping abilities, or for charging devices. There is a six month manufacturer warranty on the device.

The Flyer’s Bay Black 4 In One 2.4 Ghz Multi Form Drone With Camera

This remote control quadcopter is available for Rs 4,999 from Snapdeal, a 50 percent price reduction from the regular list price of Rs 9,999. The quadcopter can be manipulated into multiple configurations for different kinds of stunts. There are bumpers for indoor use, and it can even be driven around like a remote controlled car. Stabilisation is through a six axis gyro system.

Sennheiser OCX 684I In-Ear Earphones

Pick up these Sennheiser OCX in-ear earphones from Amazon for a deal price of Rs 3,299, which is a 59 percent discount from the maximum retail price of Rs 7,990. The earphones are meant to be worn during physically demanding activities such as sports or excercises. It is water resistant and the cables are para-aramid reinforced. There are ergonomic ear clips for a secure fit. There is an integrated microphone for smartphone use.

JBL T100 A Black

If you are looking for a cheaper pair of in-ear earphones, the JBL T100 A Black is on sale on Shopclues for Rs 549 which is a 54 percent saving from the regular list price of Rs 1,195. There is a one year manufacturer warranty on the product. An in line microphone allows users to take calls on the go.

SanDisk Cruzer Blade 32GB USB Flash Drive

SanDisk is one of the leading portable storage solutions company, and this 32 GB flash drive is on sale on Amazon at a discounted price of Rs 450. It is a 31 percent saving over a maximum retail price of Rs 650. There is an option to secure your files with the SanDisk SecureAccess software on board. The product ships with a five year manufacturer warranty.

The Google Chromecast on Snapdeal 

The Chromecast is available for Rs 3,199 on Snapdeal, which is 6 percent discount from the regular list price of Rs 3,399. It is not a great discount, but it comes with a free one year subscription to the music streaming service Saavn. The device can be used to cast content from your smartphone to your television, and comes with a one year Google India warranty.

Kids Led Wrist Watch

This Kids Led Wrist Watch can be passed off as a fitness tracker by posers. Impressive looks is one of its listed features. It just costs Rs 29 which is a 93 percent discount from the regular price of Rs 399. Or, it can be used for its original purpose, which is a hardy led watch for little children. Setting time is through a single button on the strap.

Seagate Backup Plus Slim 1TB External Hard Disk 

The Seagate Backup Plus Slim 1TB External Hard Disk is available for Rs 4,099 on Shopclues, a 45 percent discount from the regular price of Rs 7,450. The hard disk is configured for easy sharing of files across operating systems, including Windows and Mac computers. The Seagate Dashboard allows for automatic back up and syncing of files with the desktop.



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Panasonic develops a invisible glass pane television

Imagine a TV that looks like glass and can be fit into your furniture’s glass panes. Panasonic has developed a protoype of an “invisible” TV which generates bright, clear images as normal TVs. According to tech website Engadget, Panasonic has improved the image quality in the new prototpye. “The OLED screen is made from a fine mesh, embedded into the glass sliding door,” the report added.

The TV image is visible even with the backlighting on. Once it’s dimmed, the image is bright enough to be almost indistinguishable from existing TV sets. The screen shifts between “transparent mode” where you can see the shelving behind it, and “screen mode”, where you can see the screen.

“Because the display is on a railing, you can move it up and down the shelf for even greater customisability,” Engadget reported. According to Panasonic, the television is likely to hit the market in the next three years.

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Apple iPhone 7 for Rs 19,990 on Airtel offer is still on

Soon after reports emerged that Bharti Airtel website page — where an offer “Apple iPhone 7 at Rs 19,990 on Airtel” was highlighted — returned a 404 error message, the telecom company confirmed that “the offer is still on”. “The offer is very much on. The site will be up and running soon,” a source in the company told IANS. When one logged into the company’s website, a message returned: “Sorry! The page you are looking for could not be found! Please try later or go to www.airtel.in.”

Apple iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 plus were officially available in India from October 7. The telecom giant rolled out an offer on the these premium devices saying that Apple iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus smartphones can be purchased on contract basis at a minimum down payment of Rs 19,990 and Rs 30,792, respectively. Under this offer, Airtel will provide unlimited local and STD calls, free roaming, and free data (5GB, 10GB or 15GB, as per the plan chosen) under a new postpaid connection.

As part of this plan, the customers can keep the devices for a year. After the completion of one year, the iPhone 7 users will have two options: either to upgrade to the next version of the iPhone or to buy the handset they are using by making a balloon payment. According to Bharti Airtel website, the offer is available only to customers in Noida and Karnataka.

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Apple Watch Nike Edition to be available in India from 28 October

The Apple Watch series 2 Nike edition will be available in India from 28 October, according to updated information on its web site. Space Grey and Silver Aluminium colour options are available at launch. The Space Grey version is available with Black/Volt and Black/Cool Grey straps, while the Silver Aluminium version is available with Flat Silver/White or Flat Silver/Volt Nike sport bands. More colours and bands are expected to be available later on.

The watch has a subscription to the Nike+ Run Club, which is a networking platform for running enthusiasts. The Nike+ Run Club app helps runners to speed up by allowing runners to compare performances and motivate each other. The Nike edition has exclusive watch faces with a custom complication for the Nike+ Run Club. The watch has an in built GPS, and is water resistant up to 50 metres. The band is made out of fluoroelastomer and is perforated to reduce the weight.

The watch has all the capabilities of the Apple Watch Series 2 and pairs with the iPhone 5 or later models. Some features may not be available in local regions and languages. The 38mm case size sells for Rs 32,900 and the 42mm case size is available for Rs 34,900. The models will be available at various retail outlets including Apple authorised sellers, and Nike outlets.

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Great White Shark Cage Breach Accident

While he was inside a cage in the ocean, a great white shark forced its way in. It's tough to watch, but it's all on cameras.

The shark didn't intend to attack.

It was reportedly biting a line on which a piece of tuna was fixed as bait report international sites.
 

Photo Credit: YouTube/Gabe and Garrett

"When a great white shark lunges and bites something, it is temporarily blinded. They also cannot swim backwards. So this shark lunged at the bait, accidentally hit the side of the cage, was most likely confused and not able to swim backwards, it thrust forward and broke the metal rail of the cage," described the man who posted the video on YouTube.

Witnesses on a boat managed to open the top of the cage, from which the shark swam back into the ocean.

The footage shows the diver who was stuck inside the cage with the shark then making his way out off an island in Mexico.
 

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"The diver is a very experienced dive master, remained calm, and when the shark thrashed back outside the cage, the diver calmly swam back up and climbed out completely uninjured," said the man who posted the video.

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This is How You Can Speed Up Your Metabolism to Lose Weight

A few months ago I got myself tested in the gym for fat percentage, BMI and the works. I was informed that my metabolism mirrored that of a 40 year old. My trainer wasn't pleased and quite frankly, neither was I. After working out for months, spending most of my mornings shuttling between weights and the treadmill, I was only a few inches smaller and the weighing scale almost untouched. Frustrated, I marched to a nutritionist's office and two weeks later, BAM! I was two kilos lighter without having to give up what I eat.

She told me that despite the exercise, a number of factors were working against me. My diet, sleep patterns and my brain which wouldn't let my body waver from what it considers my 'normal weight', the one I've been at for most part of my life. All of this boiled down to one word - metabolism. The M word was my biggest enemy and the doctor, my best ally.

What does metabolism really mean?

Mayo Clinic defines metabolism as "The process by which your body converts what you eat and drink into energy. During this complex biochemical process, calories in food and beverages are combined with oxygen to release the energy your body needs to function." In simple words, your body's metabolic rate determines a lot of the calories you burn in a day. So if it's sluggish for some reason, you won't be burning as many calories as you're supposed to.

Science suggests that your basic metabolic rate accounts for about 70 per cent of the calories you burn every day. Now, if your metabolism is sluggish like mine, your body will not burn calories the way it's supposed to and instead of expending calories, store them as fat. And the slower your metabolism, the fewer number of calories you need to consume to avoid gaining weight. Let me explain by means of an example, let's say you consume 2000 calories every day and burn 2000 calories as well. There's no weight gain, but also no weight-loss. But what if you ate 1200 calories? It's not only the number of calories you eat that's important but how many you burn as well. Exercise helps burn a considerable amount but your metabolism is responsible for the rest. And starving yourself might help with weight-loss today but in the long run, it'll sharply drop your metabolic rate, causing all that weight to come back.

Busting some myths about metabolism:

1. Metabolism is linked to your genes - Absolutely not says Dr. Anshu Jaibharat, Delhi-based nutritionist. "Metabolism isn't genetic and with the right kind of guidance can most certainly be changed."

2. Good metabolism does not mean you lose weight quicker- If you consume more calories than your body needs, no matter how efficient your metabolism is, you will not lose weight.

3. Metabolism doesn't change over time - Metabolism changes depending on the lifestlye you keep. If you exercise regularly and eat balanced meals, you can make a real change to your body's metabolism.

What can cause your metabolism to flat-line?

Before we get into how your metabolism dips, here's a great chart that'll help you identify your sluggish metabolism.

Image courtesy: livingthenourishedlife.com

Your metabolism could be suffering for any number of reasons but some of the most important ones are:

1. Sleep - According to the European Food Information Council, "Sleep deprivation can certainly lower your metabolism by triggering a set of undesirable changes in the body. If you sleep less, your body grows to be more intolerant towards glucose, and there is an increase in your appetite or cravings for refined and high-energy foods which often lead to weight gain.

2. Stress - Stress can lower your body's metabolic rate causing weight gain. How exactly? According to research conducted by the Ohio State University and published in the journal Biological Psychiatry, your body metabolises slower under stress and the types of food you crave when you're stressed are also high in fat and sugar. It's especially harmful to women. If that's the case, then why do some people believe that stress helps with weight-loss? Elizabeth Walling, author of 'The Nourished Metabolism' terms this as the 'feel-good phase'. The stress hormone can make you feel good in the short term, even reduce inflammation and solve a variety of health issues. Over time, the stress hormones break down proteins from the muscles and bones, your lean tissue wears out slowly. That's when you can spot symptoms like poor digestion, mood swings and weight gain, especially in the abdominal region.

3. Nutrition - Dr. Anshu Jaibharat adds, "Eat well balanced meals, food that's in season, healthy and home-made in good quantity. When you eat less than what your body needs, your brain detects that it's getting lesser energy and reduces the speed of the fuelling cycle. Also, don't leave long gaps between meals because it drops your blood sugar which could also slow down the metabolism." What you want in a diet is a balance of carbohydrates, proteins and fats, which work together to promote a nourished metabolism says Elizabeth Walling.

4. Dieting - Crash dieting, the kind where you deprive your body of food, at least the amount you should be eating, could do more harm than good. At first you may feel good about the inch loss but muscle loss will soon follow.

5. Water - It's often said that drinking a lot of water is great for quick weight loss but that's not entirely true. Yes, it's important to remain hydrated but the frequency and sources of water also have a huge role to play. Your need for water depends on your lifestyle. If you're more active you'll need more water versus someone's who's sedentary. You don't just need regular water but also enriched in electrolytes that you lose during the day. Which is why things like lemonade, orange juice, electral are great ways to keep yourself healthy and hydrated.

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Your Guide to Radiant Skin: 3 Expert Ayurvedic Tips

It is an inherent need and desire to look good and feel wonderful. However, daily stress, pollution and the natural ageing process can take a heavy toll on our hair and skin. Across the world, we are witnessing a return to natural, organic solutions for our hair and skin care woes as we genuinely crave to reduce the chemicals we have to use. Ayurveda, the ancient practice of elements which restore balance to our body, is more than just lip service and has a well thought through approach to natural beauty and wellness solutions. Ayurvedic formulas not only help your skin to be healthy but also rejuvenate it. Ayurveda is the most natural form of care and it makes you look good by cleansing from the inside, leaving you feeling more invigorated.

This ancient 5000-year-old Indian science is meant for a healthy body, beautiful skin and a calmer mind. It has many health and wellness properties for skin problems likeacne, pimples during teenage years and aging skin for adults. Ayurveda is a long term solution for healthy skin, hair and overall wellness.

Skin care tips based on Ayurvedic remedies help in getting maximum results with no side effects. It is best to utilize this easy yet powerful knowledge to get good, healthy, glowing skin. However, the efficacy of Ayurveda also depends on the source of materials used. It is not enough to just use natural and Ayurvedic products but also to be particular about the source they originate from, and how ethically they are sourced. This can be a predictor of how much they will actually help you in your beauty and wellness journey.

Listed below are a few tips that can help you get healthy and glowing skin:

1. Keep it clean - Increasing pollution levels and toxins present in the products we consume harm the skin more than one can realize. The damage is silent and can affect one's health and skin in the long run, making it more prone to skin problems andallergies. Therefore, it's important to regularly cleanse the body from inside and out. Use face washes that are suitable for your skin type and are free from harsh cleansers like SLS/SLES which can strip your skin of natural oils. Herbs like neem and nutgrass are good for oily skin while honey and rose are more suited for dry skin. On a regular basis use a deep cleanser and you may be surprised to know that oil based cleansers are gentle yet highly effective in removing dirt and grime which can block the pores. Above all, drink plenty of water and detox yourself by eating herbs like Triphala and Guggul.

2. Heal yourself - Ayurveda views beauty problems as health anomalies and therefore seeks to heal them rather than artificially repair them.Turmeric, for example, has great medicinal and healing properties and is used in many Ayurvedic formulations. It's an old tradition to have milk with turmeric to accelerate recovery from an injury. Similarly, external application of turmeric can help repair skin damage caused by excessive exposure to harsh sun or wind, aloe vera can soothe irritated skin and Manjishta can restore radiance. For cracked lips, you can use a little bit of Ghee.

3. Nurture and protect - Healthy skin can be our best defense, both against external factors as well as the natural process of ageing. However, with the right habits it's possible to look our best at all stages of our life. An ideal regime should boost our immunity and replace elements that may be lost during the course of our daily life. Oils have an important role to play. Full of natural fatty acids and minerals, oils like sesame,almond and coconut can restore vitality and suppleness to the skin and strength to the hair. On the other hand, herbs like tulsi and amla are full of natural antioxidants that boost our immunity and should be part of both our dietary regime and skin care.

As far as possible use organic oils and herbs as they ensure you get 100% nutrients and are protected from heavy metals and pesticides.

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