Yes, it's possible to sell our old mobile in 60 seconds

Is it possible to sell your old mobile for a reasonable amount and that too online and that too in just 60 seconds? In 60 seconds, we can’t even open our browser. In 60 seconds, we can’t even order a pizza. In 60 seconds, we can’t even reserve a movie ticket. In 60 seconds, we can’t even buy a new mobile. In 60 seconds, we can’t even make up our mind to sell that old mobile and they are offering us to sell our old mobile in just 60 seconds.  Sounds someone is just trying to fool. But the biggest question still hangs that how can we sell our old mobile in just 60 seconds?

Since my young age, I have been using a mobile. Earlier it was a GSM. Then I shifted to CDMA. My next turn was back to a new GSM and if not mistaken, I have at least two dozen old mobile phones in my drawer, and many of them are lying to me for years. Whenever I tried to sell any of them, the price offered was so meager that I thought of making them heritage mobiles for my children, instead of selling so cheap.

I remember a handset that I wanted to sell, just three months after my purchase as the new technology had made it obsolete. There was not much difference in the newest technology, but one of my required application was working only on the new technology. The purchase price was 17,000/- at that time and I was offered just 7,000/- and that too after roaming so many shops.  

On the other hand, Cashify website asked to download the App and select the device that we wanted to sell. In turn, the App will help us to unlock the best selling price depending upon the condition of the device we want to sell. If approved by us, they will arrange a free pickup against the cash payment from our doorstep. I had a strong belief that they are fooling as no company can do that type of business in the entire world. So I decided to download the App & have a try.

The Cashify App opened & the first step was to select one of the Brand options. I selected Apple and in the Sub-options, I opted one of the old mobiles of my wife, i.e. iPhone 5s with 16GB. It took me just 10 seconds so far. The App said that I can get up to Rs 6,950/- for that mobile. A series of questions followed after that, i.e. Does the mobile switch on? I said yes. Any functional or physical problems?  I said that Battery not working. Then it asked if I have the Charger, Earphone, Box as well a valid bill? I had no box.

The next question was the Age of the mobile? I opted above 11 months in Good condition. The App gave me a Guaranteed selling price of Rs 4,600/-. There were two options now, get 5% extra with Amazon voucher, i.e. Rs 4,800/- & Get 15% more with Mantra voucher, i.e. Rs. 5,250/-. The last step was to click on Cashify now with your Mobile number and Facebook or Google account for a free pickup from my address.

It took me no more than 60 seconds indeed & I was on the verge of selling one of my old mobiles. It was a great experience with no headache, no roaming shop to shop for a better bargain, and truly from the comforts of my own home while taking a cup of tea with snacks. My wife took it as a great surprise and brought two other mobiles also to check the guaranteed selling price. 

Soon I got over a dozen calls from my relatives, to check the guaranteed selling price of their mobiles and I requested to all of them with folded hands that please download CASHIFY, as it’s truly beneficial. Please log on to https://www.cashify.in to CASHIFY #CleanUpCashOut of your old mobiles, Laptops, and Tablets. If you want an additional Rs. 250/- on the sale of your old gadgets, please use the code ‘CLEANCASH’.

Pics with thanks: CASHIFY

Sony’s New RX10 IV Combines World’s Fastest1 AF and 24 fps Continuous Shooting with Versatile 24-600mm F2.4-F4 Zoom Lens

Sony, a worldwide leader in digital imaging and the world’s largest image sensor manufacturer announced an addition to its acclaimed Cyber-shot® RX10 series, the RX10 IV (model DSC-RX10M4).

Building on the success of last year’s RX10 III, this new versatile camera features the world’s fastest¹ AF acquisition time of 0.03 seconds² and up to 24 fps continuous shooting³ with full AF/AE tracking, 315 phase-detection AF points that rivals those the fastest professional interchangeable lens cameras and an exceptionally versatile 24-600mm⁴ F2.4-F4 ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* lens, the new RX10 IV model delivers an unmatched combination of mobility and speed for imaging enthusiasts and professionals looking for the ultimate ‘all-in-one’ solution.

The impressive RX10 IV camera is equipped with a latest 1.0-type 20.1 MP⁵ Exmor RS CMOS stacked image sensor with DRAM chip along with a powerful BIONZ X™ image processor and front-end LSI. These key components all work together to maximize overall speed of operation and performance, ultimately ensuring the highest possible image and video quality throughout the entire range of the 24-600mm⁴ lens.

First, for Sony’s RX10 series of cameras, the new RX10 IV model features a Fast Hybrid AF system that combines the respective advantages of 315 phase-detection AF points covering approximately 65% of the sensor and contrast-detection AF to ultimately enable the camera to lock focus in as little as 0.03 seconds². This high-speed focusing complements the extensive 24-600mm⁴ range of the lens, ensuring all subjects can be captured with precise detail and clarity.

Additionally, for the first time in a Cyber-shot camera, the RX10 IV model employs High-density Tracking AF technology. This advanced technology, which had only been previously available in a select few of Sony’s acclaimed line of α interchangeable lens cameras, concentrates AF points around a subject to improve tracking and focus accuracy, allowing even the most unpredictable subjects including fast-moving athletes and birds in flight to be captured with ease.

Other AF improvements in the new RX10 IV camera include an enhanced version of the popular Eye AF, Touch Focus, and Focus Range Limiter⁶.  The AF-ON setting is also assignable, as well as multiple AF modes including AF-S, AF-C, and AF-A, which can be easily adjusted based on user preferences and in the shooting situations.

An ideal complement to the AF system, the RX10 IV offers continuous high-speed shooting at up to 24 fps3 with full AF/AE tracking, with an impressive buffer limit of up to 249 images⁷. With the significant improvements in processing power for the new camera, EVF display lag during continuous shooting has been substantially reduced, allowing shooters to capture the decisive moment with ultimate confidence. Also, for convenience during image playback, continuously shot images can be displayed in groups instead of individual shots.

The RX10 IV also has a high-speed Anti-Distortion Shutter (maximum shutter speed of up to 1/32000 second) that reduces the “rolling shutter” effect commonly experienced with fast-moving subjects and can shoot completely silently in all modes, including continuous high-speed shooting, when the electronic shutter is engaged. A mechanical shutter mode is also available as well if required by the user

The 24-600mm4 ZEISS® Vario-Sonnar T* lens on the Cyber-shot RX10 IV camera features a large maximum aperture of F2.4-F4.0, helping it achieve outstanding image quality throughout the entire zoom range, all the way up to ultra-telephoto.  It includes a super ED (extra-low dispersion) glass element and ED aspherical lenses to minimize chromatic aberration, and ZEISS® T* Coating to minimize flare and ghosting.

The lens also has built-in Optical SteadyShot™ image stabilization that helps to reduce camera shake and image blur. When the feature is activated, it is equivalent to an approximate 4.5 steps shutter speed improvement.

Additionally, with a minimum focusing distance of 72 cm (2.36 ft) and 0.49x maximum magnification at a fully extended 600mm, the lens is capable of producing amazingly detailed tele-macro images.

The new RX10 IV features Sony’s latest 3.0-type 1.44M dot tiltable LCD screen with Touch Focus and TouchPad function – another first for Cyber-shot RX series – for quick and smooth focusing operation, and White Magic™ technology, ensuring that LCD viewing is bright and clear in even the harshest outdoor lighting conditions. Additionally, it is equipped with an approx. 2.35M dot high-contrast XGA OLED Tru-Finder™, ensuring true-to-life image preview and playback functionality. Triple lens rings for aperture, zoom, and focus are also available, with a completely quiet, smooth option for the aperture ring that is ideal for video shooters.

To enhance customization, “My Menu” functionality has been added, allowing up to 30 frequently used menu items to be custom registered. Menus are color-coded for easier recognition and navigation, and a new Movie Settings menu has been introduced to improve the overall video shooting experience.

Source: SONY

Sony’s New RX10 IV - Specifications

The newly launched RX10 IV will be available in all Alpha flagship stores and major electronic stores across India.

Model	MRP	Availability
RX10 IV	Rs 1,29,990/-	October 14th, 2017

Comparison Sheet

	RX10M2	RX10M3	RX10M4
Image Sensor	1.0 Type Exmor RS CMOS	1.0 Type Exmor RS CMOS	1.0 Type Exmor RS CMOS
Resolution	20.1MP	20.1MP	20.1MP
Auto Focus	25 point AF	25 point AF	315 + 25 point AF
FPS	14 FPS	14 FPS	24 fps
Lens	Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T* 24-200mm (8.3x)	Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T* 24-600mm (25x)	Carl Zeiss Vario Sonnar T* 24-600mm (25x)
Lens structure	14 elements in 11 groups (including AA lens) *Advanced Aspherical	18 elements in 13 groups (including AA lens) *Advanced Aspherical	18 elements in 13 groups (including AA lens) *Advanced Aspherical
Aperture	F2.8 constant	F2.4(W)-4.0(T)	F2.4(W)-4.0(T)
Iris Diaphragm	7 blades	9 blades	9 blades
ND Filter	Built-in	Built-in	-
Dynamic Range	UPTO EV 6	UPTO EV 6	UPTO EV 6
ISO	UPTO 12800	UPTO 12800	UPTO 12800
Shutter Speed	1/32000 (Electronic) 1/3200 (Mechanical)	1/32000 (Electronic) 1/2000 (Mechanical)	1/32000 (Electronic) 1/2000 (Mechanical)
4K Movie Rec	4K Internal Rec	4K Internal Rec	4K Internal Rec
Slow Motion	40x Super Slow Motion 960/480/240fps (NTSC) 1000/500/250fps (PAL)	40x Super Slow Motion 960/480/240fps (NTSC) 1000/500/250fps (PAL)	40x Super Slow Motion 960/480/240fps (NTSC) 1000/500/250fps (PAL)
Full-HD Movie Rec	XAVC-S (50M 50p/25p/100p) AVCHD (50p/25p)	XAVC-S (50M 60p/30p/24p) AVCHD (60p/24p)	XAVC-S (50M 60p/30p/24p) AVCHD (60p/24p)
Proxy Recording	-	-	Yes
Picture Profile	Yes	YES	YES
View-Finder	YES XGA OLED EVF	YES XGA OLED EVF	YES XGA OLED EVF
LCD	3.0-type Tilt (Up 107, Down 42) 1229K dots	3.0-type Tilt (Up 107, Down 42) 1229K dots	3.0-type Tilt (Up 109, Down 41) 1440K dots
Touch Panel	-	-	YES
Multi Interface Shoe	YES	YES	YES
Built-in Flash	YES	YES	YES
Mode Dial	1 Step Dial (Shooting Mode selection)	1 Step Dial (Shooting Mode selection)	1 Step Dial (Shooting Mode selection)
Optical Steady Shot	YES	YES	YES
Panorama	YES	YES	YES
Self-Timer Uniqueness	Sec Timer	Sec Timer	Sec Timer
Wi-Fi	YES	YES	YES

1. Among fixed lens digital cameras with the 1.0-type sensor. As of October 2017, press release, based on Sony research

2. CIPA standard, internal measurement, at f=8.8mm (wide-end), EV6.8, Program Auto, Focus mode: AF-A, AF area: Center

3. With “Continuous shooting mode: Hi”

4. 35mm equivalent

5. Approx. effective MP

6. Only when 35mm-equivalent focal length is within 150-600mm range

7. With “Continuous shooting mode: Hi” and “Image quality: Fine

8. Not guaranteed to be 100% dust and moisture proof

9. A Class 10 or higher SDHC/SDXC memory card is required to record movies in the XAVC S format. UHS-I (U3) SDHC/SDXC card is required for 100Mbps

10. Sound cannot be recorded. A class 10 or higher SDHC/SDXC memory card is required

11. In NTSC mode. Switch between NTSC and PAL using the menu

Source: Sony

The new Audi A7 Sportback:- Control at your fingertips

Control at your fingertips: MMI touch response control system and online voice control

The new Audi A7 systematically continues the digitalization strategy of the A8. The interior architecture melds seamlessly with Audi’s new MMI touch response operating concept. It replaces the rotary pushbutton and the conventional buttons and controls of the previous model with two large, high-resolution touch displays.

The driver controls the infotainment system from the upper display. Mounted on the asymmetric console of the center tunnel, the 8.6-inch lower display provides access to the climate control system, comfort functions, and text input. Drivers can rest their wrist on the automatic transmission’s wide selector lever knob.

Audi offers an optional head-up display that projects important information onto the windshield. MMI navigation plus also includes the Audi virtual cockpit with a 12.3-inch display.

The MMI touch response operating concept features haptic and acoustic feedback and is as intuitive to use as a smartphone. Users hear and feel a click as confirmation when their finger triggers a function. With its logical and flat menu structure, the system allows fast access to the various vehicle functions, and it can also be personalized thanks to configurable and movable favorites buttons.

The optional voice control in the new A7 Sportback makes operation even more convenient. With MMI navigation plus, the natural speech dialogue system processes questions and commands in two ways – with information stored onboard and at the same time with detailed knowledge from the cloud.

Source: Audi

The new Audi A7 Sportback - the interior

Show car design comes to production: the interior

The interior fuses design and technology in a unique way. The interior of the new Audi A7 Sportback dazzles with its futuristic lounge atmosphere. Its reduced, clean design language is based on a one-of-a-kind balance of tension and coolness. The horizontal lines and sleek instrument panel provide for a feeling of airy spaciousness. The center console is oriented toward the driver, underscoring the Gran Turismo’s sporty character. Four key values characterize the interior concept: progressiveness, sportiness, intuitiveness, and sophistication. All colors, upholstery materials, and inlays underscore the new aesthetic, from the base version to the design selection, the S line sports package and the particularly sophisticated Valcona leather. The optional contour ambient lighting package traces the contours and subtly highlights the space.

The 10.1-inch upper display (in combination with MMI navigation plus) is tilted toward the driver. With its black panel optics and framed in a graphite gray aluminum clasp, it almost disappears into the dashboard when switched off. The body supporting the clasp is itself a geometric sculpture. The display’s user interface appears as soon as the car is opened. In keeping with the interior design, the look is reduced and succinct. All screen content can be quickly registered.

Source: Audi