Meet The Opening Gala Line-up – Thursday, November 23rd, 2017

Eco Fashion Week Australia 2017 (EFWA2017) has an amazing line-up featuring collections from over 44 designers (local, national and international), 2 unique curated fashion shows and performancees by 3 talented local musicians. This is part 1 in 5 part series introducing you all the wonderful artists taking part in our event this year.

In addition to those listed below, the opening gala will include a unique runway show featuring one look from each of the 44 designers showcasing collections on the runway Friday through Monday – a fabulous taste of what is to come!

Source : Eco Fashion Week Australia

Toyota Kirloskar Motor Launches 'Fortuner TRD Sportivo' True SUV. True Style

• Sportier, Classier, Trendier Edition of the New Fortuner
• Specially designed by Toyota Racing Development
• Available in Pearl color, 4x2 AT variant only is attractively priced at Rs 31,01,500 ( Ex Showroom Delhi )
• Fortuner a market leader in its segment since launch in 2009 sold over 1,18,000 units

New Tough and Sporty Features

• Sporty Front and Rear Bumper Spoiler
• TRD Radiator Grille & Lower Grille Cover
• R18 TRD Alloy Wheels
• TRD inspired exterior accents
• TRD Sportivo Badge
• Red stitch accents on the interior

Product Highlights

Reinforced power & toughness

• Power packed 2.8 L diesel engine available with 6-speed automatic transmission with sequential & paddle shift
• Frame structure that delivers exceptional torsional & bending rigidity even in the most challenging terrains
• Eco & Power drive modes
• Active traction control

Safety & Security features

• Impact absorbing structure with pedestrian protection support
• 4 Wheel Disc Brakes with Antilock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) & Brake Assist (BA)
• 7 SRS airbags
• Vehicle stability control (VSC)
• Speed auto lock with emergency unlock
• Hill Start Assist Control (HAC)

Stylish Exterior features

• Auto Bi-beam LED with DRLs
• LED Foglamps
• Smart entry with push start
• Fully automatic power back door with height adjust memory & jam protection

Luxurious Interior features

• 7” tablet inspired touch screen Infotainment with Navigation
• Second row one touch tumble seats
• Park assist with back monitor & rear sensors
• Large TFT Multi-information Display
• Auto Climate Control [Dual AC]

Bangalore, 21^st September 2017: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today announced the launch of the Fortuner TRD Sportivo, the sportier edition of one of the most celebrated SUVs in the Indian auto market. With the rollout timed just ahead of the festive season, the new edition available in the 4x2AT -pearl white color with a brawnier and sportier appeal than its predecessors.

Priced at Rs 31,01,500 ( Ex showroom Delhi ), the Fortuner TRD Sportivo is designed and developed by Toyota Racing Development (TRD). Delivering Toyota’s legendary promise of Quality, Durability & Reliability (QDR), the newest Fortuner not only enhances road presence but also the sporty quotient.

Speaking on the launch, Mr. Akitoshi Takemura, Senior Vice President, Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd said, “Fortuner has proven to be a “True SUV” well recognized for its best in class durability, on-road comfort and off-road prowess. The 2nd generation Fortuner has also continued this legacy with its distinctive, sleek and powerful design backed by improved driving dynamics has received tremendous responseever since its launch in India last year.

Our latest festive offering, the 'Fortuner TRD Sportivo' will add more excitement to brand Fortuner. It will certainly make the SUV look sportier and also impose the brand’s cult on-road presence and unbeatable performance by providing exclusivity to our customers” he added.

Speaking on the launch, Mr. N. Raja, Director & Senior Vice President (Sales & Marketing), Toyota Kirloskar Motor Pvt. Ltd said, “Among Toyota’s offerings, the Fortuner series has inspired unwavering loyalty in customers who appreciate its exemplary driving experience, and identify with the car’s unique sense of power, style and adventure. As Toyota’s flagship model, the Fortuner has won many hearts globally and in India.

Since its launch in 2009, the Fortuner has been dominating the SUV segment in the country, conquering about 75% of the market share. The upgraded Fortuner that was introduced in November last year has received a phenomenal response with average monthly sales of over 2000 units and cumulative sales of over 21,000 units.

The Fortuner TRD Sportivo has undergone a series of changes to satisfy the requirements of even the most demanding customers, he added.

Bookings of the Fortuner TRD Sportivo will begin today along with vehicle display in all Toyota dealerships across Delhi NCR, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Jalandhar, Ahmedabad, Pune, Chandigarh, Ludhiana and Lucknow.

source : Toyota Kirloskar

Jio Festival Celebration offer - JioFi Router ar Rs 999/- only

Reliance Jio has announced a “Festive Celebration” offer for its wifi router JioFi. Under the festive celebration offer, Reliance Jio is offering JioFi device at Rs. 999 when compare to its original price of Rs. 1,999. Using JioFi, you can connect up to 32 devices to enjoy the high speed 4G data, JIO announced on its website. The JioFi device also allows its users to do voice calling without any cost.

Study shows Audi unmatched for future viability

Kudos for the four rings: When it comes to viability for the future, the BrandTrust Resilience Index has ranked Audi in first place among automobile brands in Germany. The brand moved up a spot since the last survey in 2015 and took over the top ranking from Tesla.

The index covers the resilience and future viability of automobile brands in Germany. It is based on a representative study by the brand and management consulting firm BrandTrust. Ten “resiliency indicators” served as the assessment criteria. These include a brand’s ability to adapt, its social relevance, the ability to be a trend-setter, the quality of the brand experience, and the loyalty of its customers.

Compared to the study results two years ago, this time the survey respondents gave Audi higher scores in almost every category. The factors behind this success, according to the authors of the study, are outstanding products, clear brand positioning and impressive brand experiences.

Audi is continually working on the mobility of the future. The new Audi A8 is the world’s first production automobile developed for highly automated driving. And last week at the International Motor Show (IAA), the premium brand presented its idea for a fully autonomous car of tomorrow – in the form of the design vision Audi Aicon.

The Ingolstadt-based brand will usher in the age of purely electric cars next year with the Audi e-tron. Audi wants to offer more than 20 electric cars and plug-in hybrids in its product range by 2025, represented in all segments and concepts. The plan calls for a third of all Audi models delivered to be electrically powered by then.

Source : AUDI

Tata Motors Launches SUV Nexon To Take On Brezza, EcoSport

Tata Motors yesterday announced its entry into the growing Compact SUV segment with the commercial launch of its new Gen-next lifestyle SUV, the Tata NEXON.

Targeted at the personal car buyers, the Tata NEXON is the 4th product based on the ‘Impact Design’ philosophy. It brings together global and contemporary design with best-in-class technology and features for the ones who would like to express themselves with a unique style of their own. Keeping customers and their aspirations at the heart of the business, the Tata NEXON will deliver an emotional elevation through more individualized experiences in the passenger vehicles market.

With an introductory price of  Rs. 5,85,000, ex-showroom Delhi, for the petrol variant and at Rs. 6,85,000, ex-showroom Delhi, for the Diesel variant, the Tata NEXON is the most competitively priced SUV in this segment, with class-leading features. Starting today, the Tata NEXON will be on sale, across 650 Tata Motors authorized sales outlets in India.

Unveiling the Tata NEXON, Mr. Guenter Butschek, CEO & MD, Tata Motors, said, "Our passenger vehicle market is dynamic. The fast-moving generation has clear preferences in terms of design and style. Catering to this discerning need of our customers, we have consistently pushed the boundaries of automotive engineering by creating new categories of vehicles. The Tata Nexon is the result of our intent to break away from the conventional approach of segmentation in its discreet forms and fulfilling a larger set of milieus. Connecting Aspirations of our customers, with the Tata NEXON, we offer an unparalleled package of style, performance, and innovative features."

Speaking at the launch, Mr. Mayank Pareek, President- Passenger Vehicle Business Unit, Tata Motors, said, "Our focus is to introduce products that not only enhance the brand, but simultaneously align well with the rising aspirations of customer segments. As part of the aggressive turnaround strategy, we have renewed focus on filling in product gaps and tapping the spaces that will emerge. Conceptualised as a lifestyle SUV for young progressive individuals, The NEXON is the culmination of this radical shift in thinking and will further expand Tata Motors’ addressable market."

The Tata NEXON is a revolutionary design of "Breaking the BOX" with an aerodynamic silhouette. This design element of the car enhances its sporty character and represents the evolution of the SUV design featuring the practicality of an SUV with style of a sports coupe.

Available in four variants – XE, XM, XT, XZ+, the Tata NEXON will come in five exciting colour options – Vermont Red, Moroccan Blue, Seattle Silver, Glasgow Grey and Calgary  and will come with a standard warranty of 75000 kms or 2 years, whichever is earlier.

Source : Tata Motors

Samsung Galaxy Note8 hit stores in India ahead of Apple iPhone 8 series; price, specs and more

The new Galaxy Note8 boasts formidable specifications including S Pen to match Apple's iPhone 8 Plus and iPhone 8 in hardware aspects and also the price makes the Samsung's phablet more compelling.

As promised, Samsung's flagship Android phablet: Galaxy Note8 hit stores in India for Rs 67,900 on September 21.

As part of the launch offer, Galaxy Note8 consumers can avail an attractive Introductory Offer comprising a one-time screen replacement (have to pay Rs 990) and a free Convertible Wireless Charger.

The company has also announced 'Samsung Upgrade' program offering its loyal Galaxy device owners the maximum value when they trade in their old device for Galaxy Note8. The program offers a convenient solution through My Galaxy app (powered by Cashify).

Galaxy Note8 buyers will also get a Double Data offer on Jio, under which they can get up to 448 GB of extra 4G data over 8 months, as well as complimentary Jio Prime Membership.

To further sweeten the deal, consumers who purchase their Galaxy Note8 using an HDFC Credit Card will get a cashback of Rs 4,000.

With the release of Galaxy Note8, Samsung has got a headstart over arch-rival Apple, which is scheduled to launch iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus on September 29.

Samsung Galaxy Note8 flaunts a gorgeous 6.3-inch super AMOLED screen with Infinity Display feature, that makes the screen cover more than 75 percent of the front-panel offering rich viewing experience and also improving exterior looks by several notches compared to previous generation model.

In India, it comes packed with Samsung's proprietary Exynos 8895 octa-core backed by 6GB RAM, 64GB internal storage and a 3,300mAh battery with fast wire/wireless charging capabilities.

with thanks : IBTimes : LINK : for more details

India loses 6.41 mn mobile subscribers in August; Idea hit the hardest with loss of 2.89 mn subscribers: COAI

In a report provided by the Cellular Operators Association of India (COAI), it showed that there has been a loss of 6.41 million mobile subscribers from the month of July to August.

The report said that the total number of all India mobile subscribers in the month of August was 948.54 million. This is a drop from the 954.95 million mobile subscribers in the month of July.

According to a report by Indian Express, Bharti Airtel was standing at the top with a market share of 29.3 percent. Meanwhile, Vodafone and Idea Cellular were close with a difference of 17.08 million subscribers. Vodafone came second and Idea Cellular came third.

When it came to the loss in subscriber base, it was Idea Cellular that lost the most subscribers (2,898,508), followed by Vodafone at 2,404,807 customers. Least was by Airtel which was around two million.

Since it was all India, Kerela had the maximum mobile subscriber additions, while UP (East) Circle had 84.07 million mobile subscribers. Uttar Pradesh had the highest total number of mobile subscribers.

The report quoted director general COAI, Rajan S Mathews, saying, "Mobile connectivity and data services have played a pivotal role in bridging the digital divide and moving India towards a truly equitable and democratic nation. The telecom industry, therefore, deserves urgent relief and an immediate intervention to encourage policy and regulatory stability, and facilitate growth, innovation and investment."

with thanks : yahoo news : LINK : for more details.

Renault unveils the All-New Renault MÉGANE R.S. at 2017 Frankfurt International Motor Show

• Renault extends Mégane lineup with renewed iconic sports version.
• Packed with 4CONTROL, new engine, a choice of transmission and chassis.
• Outstanding agility, improved dynamics driver appeal for both road and track.
• New colour, wider tracks, bumper and wings, R.S. Vision lighting, sporty stance.
• Technology brought from motorsport – for people who love to drive.

Frankfurt, September 12 – Renault today unveiled the All-New MÉGANE R.S., the third-generation of the iconic car now made even more powerful by a new turbocharged engine with direct fuel injection. The four-cylinder 1.8-litre (1,798cc) unit combines maximum power of 280hp (205kW) at 6,000rpm with peak torque of 390Nm, a figure that puts it amongst the very best in its class. The New MÉGANE R.S. is equipped with 4CONTROL, with four-wheel steering, a global first for the segment, now affording the car’s Sport and Cup versions outstanding agility through tight turns and impressive cornering stability at higher speeds.

“Performance is the chief reason our customers cite for purchasing the MÉGANE R.S. and the All-New MÉGANE R.S. takes the styling and technologies even further to deliver truly exceptional driving enjoyment. Our intention is to see the All-New MÉGANE R.S., with its chassis and 4CONTROL, remain THE C-segment hot hatch benchmark,” says Patrice Ratti, General Manager of Renault Sport Cars.

A car that benefits from Renault’s expertise in and passion for motorsport

The All-New MÉGANE R.S. is differentiated by four hydraulic compression bump stops, inspired by rally driving. This configuration provides the Cup version of the car with optimal handling efficiency on all types of road, plus a level of comfort that is unprecedented in the car’s class for the Sport version. Combined with entirely redesigned independent steering axis front suspension for even sharper precision, the Cup version’s new Torsen limited slip differential improves traction and cornering speeds. For the first time, the All-New MÉGANE R.S. can be specified with a choice of two types of transmission, namely a six-speed manual gearbox or six-speed EDC dual clutch transmission with steering wheel-mounted paddle-shift gear changes.

Customers are also treated to R.S. Monitor onboard telemetry technology which, in additional to being more user-friendly than ever, has been upgraded to incorporate an ‘Expert’ mode that allows users to connect a camera, film their drive, play back and analyse their data, and share their images on social media.

Design geared for performance

For even greater road-hugging performance and high-quality dynamics, the New MÉGANE R.S. is wider, features wider tracks and sits on new 18- or 19-inch wheels. A wide air intake feeds airflow to the heat-exchangers for efficient engine cooling and the rear lip spoiler has been redesigned to generate additional downforce.

The styling of the All-New MÉGANE R.S. incorporates numerous cues from the world of motorsport, including a rear diffusor, an F1-style front blade and a 3D honeycomb-pattern grill mesh that has been revisited by Renault Sport. Meanwhile, the sculpted, sensuous flanks that are a hallmark of the Renault Mégane are accentuated by the R.S. version’s wider wings and tracks. Renault Sport’s exclusive, patented R.S. Vision lighting technology recalls the world of motorsport and delivers a degree of visibility that is unprecedented in the car’s segment.

The All-New MEGANE R.S. is the first production car to feature the new Renault Sport badging which is common to both Renault Sport Racing and Renault Sport Cars, while a new dynamic body colour – Tonic Orange – has been added to the catalogue. Careful attention has been paid to the interior which comes with sports front seats complete with integrated head rests, a charcoal grey trim, red top-stitching, fabric or Alcantara® upholstery, R.S. badging, etc.

A sporty Mégane

In keeping with the rest of the Mégane range, the All-New MÉGANE R.S. is equipped with Renault’s MULTI-SENSE system which provides drivers with a choice between five driving modes: Comfort, Normal, Sport, Race and Perso. It also comes with a suite of driver aids (ADAS) that can be activated or switched off using the R-LINK 2 tablet.

Renault Sport will be introducing a 300-horsepower ‘Trophy’ version of the New MÉGANE R.S. at the end of 2018.

Order books for the All-New MÉGANE R.S. open in December 2017

Source : Renault

Captur Iridium, the smart crossover

• Captur Iridium: an extensively-equipped limited-edition version
• Exclusive appointments, with prices starting from €20,000 (France only)
• Production restricted to 2,000 cars

The generously-equipped Captur Iridium – the first limited-edition New Captur to hit the market – comes in a choice of stylish colour combinations.

This distinctive and technologic New Captur, which sits on 17-inch Explorer alloy wheels, features specific two-tone finishes, while its side protective mouldings and front and rear skid plates are picked out in Alto Grey. The roof and door mirror housing graphics are also specific and the sides sport bespoke Iridium badging.

There are Alto Grey touches inside the cabin, too, including the air vent and gear lever surrounds, while the fabric and Alcantara upholstery is exclusive to Captur Iridium. Indeed, thanks to details like the illuminated climate control module surround, this limited-edition version boasts a level of refinement previously reserved for the model’s Initiale Paris version. 

Captur Iridium is based on the line-up’s Intens equipment level and comes complete with the Techno Pack, R-Link, hands-free parking and the City Pack Plus (front and rear parking sensors), not to mention Media-Nav and the Bose Sound System.

Customers can choose from a selection of four body/roof colour combinations, namely Etoilé Black/Platine Grey, Cassiopée Grey/Etoilé Black, Platine Grey/Etoilé black and Ocean Blue/Platine Grey.

The limited-edition Captur Iridium is on display at Renault’s French dealerships during the network’s special September promotional weekend (September 14-18).

Source : Renault

OnePlus 5 features the highest resolution dual-camera system

Dual Camera. Clearer Photos.

The OnePlus 5 features the highest resolution dual-camera system on a smartphone today. A tailor-made 16 MP sensor is supported by a 20 MP sensor with a telephoto lens to accurately determine the distance between the sensor and objects in the environment. A large f/1.7 aperture allows for faster snaps and helps compensate for stuttering to improve image stabilization.

In Portrait Mode, the two sensors work together to create a focal separation between faces and backgrounds, while a custom software algorithm makes your subject clear and well-lit. This results in a professional depth-of-field (bokeh) effect that keeps faces sharp in front of a blurred backdrop. Smart Capture combines optical zoom with multi-frame technology to let you zoom in with greater clarity, while Fast AF uses the dual-camera system to more accurately calculate depth to speed up auto-focus by up to 40 percent.

The all-new Pro Mode gives smartphone users powerful DSLR features such as ISO, balance, shutter-speed, focus and exposure modification, as well as an on-screen histogram and RAW image file support for complete control of post-shot editing.

Smooth Experience

Through a combination of powerful hardware and intelligent software, the OnePlus 5 provides a truly seamless smartphone experience.

The OnePlus 5 takes advantage of the top-of-the-line Qualcomm? Snapdragon? 835 platform that provides powerful performance while drawing up to 40 percent less power. With up to 8 GB of LPDDR4X RAM, the OnePlus 5 can run a large number of apps in the background without a single second of lag. The combination of UFS 2.1 and a new two-lane ROM results in 26 percent faster storage performance in everything from installations to loading apps and games.

OnePlus’ custom operating system, OxygenOS, is designed to refine stock Android’s core functionalities with features and optimizations that add value to the user experience. New updates to the OnePlus 5 include Reading Mode, which utilizes an ambient sensor and gray-scale mapping to make reading as comfortable as reading an actual book. Gaming Do Not Disturb Mode allows users to play their favorite games without being disrupted by notifications or accidental hardware button presses. With App Priority, the OnePlus 5 loads your most-used apps more quickly to further improve performance.

Source : oneplus