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The Best Places To Travel In India: Top 6 Tourist Attractions In India

The magnificent architectural masterpieces and the spectacular natural scenery at these 6 destinations are the reasons why tourists from everywhere flock to India.

India is the cradle of a precious ancient civilization, so it has a lot of famous and attractive tourist destinations. Therefore, many visitors cannot discover it all in one trip. So where should you travel in India first? Here we have 6 suggestions for you.Top places to visit in India

The best places to travel in India: Top 6 tourist attractions in India

Photo: Douglas Pearson. Hawa Mahal Palace

Hawa Mahal means the Wind Palace, built in 1799 as an extension of the Royal Palace in the “pink city” of Jaipur. In order to meet the strict regulations at the time, this special architectural space was designed so that even women sitting in the palace could still observe the streets below without being seen by outsiders.

Photo: Douglas Pearson.

Hawa Mahal has 953 windows. These beautiful, honeycomb-shaped doorways help the wind blow through the building, enough to turn this place into a perfect summer palace. Another highlight of the Wind Palace is the unique strange color, made from red sandstone materials used for construction.

Photo: Pallab Seth. Dal Lake

Like a giant iconic mirror in Kashmir, Dal Lake truly mirrors the colorful “boat houses” of the locals and the majestic snow-capped Himalayas in the distance.

Photo: Mrigtrishnam.

In the winter, Dal Lake may freeze. In July-August, countless lotus blooms here to form a colorful “carpet” covering the surface of the https://break.Com/top-10-most-dangerous-lakes-in-the-world-V9nY.Html. Dal Lake is also known for its floating markets full of flowers and local vegetables.

Photo: Prasit Chansareekorn. Taj Mahal

Located in Agra city, Uttar Pradesh state, the magnificent Taj Mahal is one of the most famous destinations in India, attracting tourists from everywhere to admire. Completed in the mid-17th century, the Taj Mahal seemed to be all the love that the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan had for Mumtaz Mahal, his late wife.

Photo: Avante.

With its unique symmetrical design and meticulous and elaborate decorative details, the Taj Mahal is considered a priceless art masterpiece. Thanks to the construction of white marble, the tomb can reflect and change colors miraculously with each light time of day. In 1983, UNESCO honored the “jewel” of this Indian Islamic art as a world heritage site.

Photo: Wittystef. Nohsngithiang Falls

Also known as the Seven Sisters Falls, Nohsngithiang is a beautiful landscape in the state of Meghalaya, one of the wettest lands in the world. Meghalaya means “abode of clouds”.

Photo: Pictures Boss.

In the rainy season, seven Nohsngithiang falls rushing down from the limestone cliffs about 315 meters high amidst the green natural scenery. This breathtaking and poetic sight is enough to charm any nature-loving soul.

Photo: Curbed. Meenakshi Temple

Located on the banks of the Vaigai River in Madurai City, Tamil Nadu State, Meenakshi Temple is one of the most sacred places in India. The temple was erected in honor of Meenakshi, a form of the goddess Parvati in Hinduism.

Photo: Ranjith Krishnan.

The magnificent Meenakshi Temple was built in the 14th century, but the vestige of a Hindu goddess temple is believed to have been from the 6th century. The work impresses with thousands of intricate and colorful statues. Carved, elaborate artifacts on the towers here. Every year, Meenakshi temple welcomes millions of devotees and tourists to the pilgrimage to worship.

Photo: Ministry Of Tourism India. Lakshadweep Islands

The endless blue beaches of Lakshadweep, an archipelago of 36 islands, large and small in the Indian Ocean, will satisfy every beach lover. The name Lakshadweep in Malayalam and Sanskrit means “a hundred thousand islands”.

Photo: Ministry Of Tourism India.

Coming to Lakshadweep Islands, visitors have the opportunity to temporarily escape from the daily rush to relax, enjoy the beautiful scenery and the rich flora and fauna here. If you’re looking for an ideal location for your honeymoon, Lakshadweep is a suitable suggestion for couples.

The Best Power Banks And Portable Chargers 2019

Having one of the best portable chargers can be a massive lifeline in the modern world. We’ve all been in a precarious position while out where our phone or laptop is moments away from dying and panic sets in. You’ve also likely to have had a tablet or video game console controller give up on you while at home and been in no easy place to plug in your wired cable. So, naturally, a quick fix to continue that vital game of Call of Duty, or not lose that half-written tweet on your iPad is needed.

The great thing about power banks and portable chargers is that they’re not just for emergency phone battery: they can be life savers every day around the house and beyond. From phones to headphones, to MacBooks; as long as you’ve got a reliable one then running out of battery is no longer a problem. There are many factors when picking the right one: reliability, weight, size. So, here’s our pick of the best available on the market. And if you want to get more specific, here are the best Nintendo Switch chargers on the market.1. Anker Powercore 20100

Anker is a popular choice and for good reason. The Powercore 20100 is sleek, reliable, and handy on the go. It’s a useful piece of kit even though it’s heavy (as Anker tends to be). That said, the double charger ports come in handy, it’s not overly big (around the same size as a smartphone but at least twice as thick), and certainly does the job; quickly charging more than one appliance at a time. Despite its size, the 20100 is discreet, with a smooth, dark aesthetic it does the job without drawing attention to itself. 2. IMuto 200000 mAh Portable Charger

The iMuto is a more affordable option for those on a tighter budget. At just under £23 you’d be forgiven for thinking it won’t last, but in fact the power it supplies is surprisingly long-lasting. This modest piece of equipment will charge a smartphone four or five times over without running out of battery, and can also serve as a worthy boost for some laptops and MacBooks. It may be chunky and rather heavy but the iMuto is value for money and does a sterling job. Comes in either black or white. 3. Anker Powercore+ 26800 Premium

Another Anker in the list, mainly because they’re so reliable, the 26800 model has three 6A outputs for multiple charging and has the juice to handle it all. Yes, it’s big and weighty but the premium matte finish is in keeping with the brand’s stylish and subtle appearance, with an LED power wheel to let you know how much juice is left, it may be expensive for a charger but it’s worth it. Incredibly, there’s a week’s storage of power at full charge: that’s the equivalent of almost 10 iPhone 6s charges, five-and-a-half for a Galaxy S7, or two full iPad Air 2 battery refills. 4. RAVPower Portable Charger 6700mAh

Looking for a portable charger that’s relatively tiny and inexpensive? The RAVPower range ticks those boxes but serves well as an on-the-go mobile phone charger and will juice up your iPhone once or twice, as well as iPads and other tablets a few times over, meaning it’s handy to whip out for a quick battery surge when you need. It won’t, however, be powering up your laptop but for under 15 quid it’s the capacity you’d expect, yet its subtle credit card size, choice of colours, and lightweight nature makes it a bargain option. 5. Bonai Stripe Power Bank 10000mAh

The cheapest charger pack on the list at under a tenner, the Bonai portable charger is hard to complain about – even if it doesn’t look particularly attractive and is bulky. Surprisingly though, it’s got a heck of a lot of power to charge your phone, with dual sockets and the ability to fully juice either your phone or tablet more than once (three times in the case of an iPhone 7), this bargain is beyond impressive. Plus, a built-in flashlight makes it even more practical when fumbling in the dark or simply in bed without a nearby charging plug. 6. Mophie Powerstation USB-C XXL

Despite being called an XXL powerstation, the mophie, is arguably one of the best portable chargers in the 2019 market. With a steeper price than the Bonai of RAVPower it also means it’s a noticeable step in in terms of quality. Its 30W of charging power says there’s no problem sorting out a depleted laptop battery, and can give a MacBook an extra 14 hours of charge. And while it’s a tad bigger than others it’s still only the size of a mobile phone. There’s a nice fabric finish to it that removes any cheap, plastic feel other cheaper ones have, and fits into your workstation with little fuss. 7. LifeProof LifeActiv Power Pack 10

To call this a robust charger is something of an understatement. The LifeActiv 10 is the charger you want when outdoors because it’s designed to withstand anything: according to its manufacturers it’s waterproof, snow and dirt resistant, and can survive being dropped more than once. In case you were planning on taking it camping there’s an LED flashlight built-in, 10,000mAh of power, plenty of charging life, and the reassuring durability of a literal brick. What’s more, it’s impressive capabilities come in a fairly compact power bank pack, so it’s convenient to pop in a bag’s side pocket until needed. All Rights Reserved©®

WatchOut Gen 2 smartwatch review: Will suit millennials in every way, even the budget!

Smart wearable gadgets have become a trend nowadays. With the introduction of fitness bands, smartwatches, smart bracelets, users are now investing in wearable technology. Though we have brands like Apple, Samsung or Fossil and Amazefit among the top choices, but companies like Xiaomi, Lenovo, Huawei, Motorola have churned out some of the most affordable wearable devices in India. For most users, problem with smartwatches are the high prices. However, the ones that are cheap generally, lack the required features and standards. It all added up to one disappointing experience.

Things are changing now though. WatchOut Wearables is a new player in the market and it has introduced smartwatches at a very low price and it has even scored in terms of providing satisfaction when it comes need-fulfillment of users. The company offers a number of color options, customizable designs and the latest features at an affordable price range. Gen 2 is compatible with both Android and iOS devices.

So, should it be considered as the most affordable, and loaded, wearable gadget for millennials? We have reviewed WatchOut Gen 2 Stallion Brown, which can help you to get an overview of the device and let you decide your future course of action.

WatchOut Gen 2 design and display

At first glance, the smartwatch looks like a time-piece lying on the table or on your wrist. But, as soon as you start it up, things brighten up considerably. The dial is made out of Zinc Alloy and stainless steel, while the traditional wrist strap is made up of handmade leather which is customizable. The watch weighs around 70 grams and feels light on the wrist. Overall the build quality is just about fine without actually making any fashion statement, but what is noteworthy is that it delivers on each feature perfectly.

Coming to the display, the smartwatch sports a full round Radian 1.22-inch IPS touch display with a resolution of 240×240 pixels. The colors on the display are sharp and clear but feel too bright sometimes. The display also has a tiny bezel which is only visible while using a colored face or background. The best thing about the watch is the hundreds of watch faces that the company provides. All you need to do is to signup on the website and download the options available there.

The IP54 Water is splash-proof which is a preferable choice for every fitness enthusiast or an occasional swimmer. Though the only thing that could have been an added advantage is the ‘always-on display’ support which is not there in Gen 2. Still, it does the job well and you would never feel let-down by using a smartwatch that is priced below Rs 7k.

Performance and battery

The WatchOut Gen 2 runs on a Nucleus OS and supports both Android & iOS platforms. Though it does not have any additional application for Android phone or an Apple device as it gets connected via Bluetooth. It offers a number of features like making/receiving phone calls, receive message notifications, vibrations, microphone, anti-lost, heart rate monitor, sleep monitor, music and camera control, call logs and sync contacts, etc. It has a MediaTek MTK2502C ARM v7 processor, 64MB RAM & 128MB ROM, which easily runs the smartwatch for daily use.

The touch works flawlessly and it easily connects to the phone and you can control everything from calls to the camera via smartwatch. The watch features a pedometer, heart rate monitor, and a sleep quality monitor that lets you track every activity with accuracy. Whether tracking your steps during a walk/run or your sleep, it does everything on point. It displays your phone notifications and performs other basic functions like controlling music, calling people, setting alarms, etc.

It also parks in a small audio output at the back and microphone which lets you attend calls without using your phone. But you cannot change a music track with your smartwatch which is missing. To charge the smartwatch, you just need to use a magnetic pin charger boxed along. Talking about the battery, it has a 300 mAh battery that lasts for one day only. Ideally, a smartwatch should give at least 2-3 days backup with such tech loaded specifications, but sadly that is the one thing that a buyer needs to compromise with.

Pictures-Xiaomi Mi Watch hands-on: Cheaper edition of Apple Watch?

Full specifications:

Mi Watch Standard (aluminum frame, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 display)Mi Watch Premium (stainless steel frame, Sapphire crystal glass display)NETWORK Technology GSM / HSPA / LTE LAUNCH Announced 2019, November State Available in China BODY Dimensions 44.69 x 36.92 x 12.28 mm (1.76 x 1.45 x 0.48 in) Weight 56 g (1.55 oz) SIM eSIM DISPLAY Type Super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors Size 1.78 inches (~60.8% screen-to-body ratio) Resolution 368 x 448 pixels (~326 ppi density) Protection Standard: Corning Gorilla Glass 3 or Premium: Sapphire crystal glass PLATFORM OS MIUI For Watch (based on Google Wear OS) Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon Wear 3100 4G (28 nm) CPU Quad-core 1.2 GHz Cortex-A7 GPU Adreno 304 MEMORY Card slot No Internal 8GB 1GB RAM SOUND Loudspeaker Yes 3.5mm jack No COMMS WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz Bluetooth 4.2, A2DP, LE GPS Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS NFC Yes Radio No USB No FEATURES Sensors Accelerometer, gyro, HRM heart rate, geomagnetic, ambient light, barometer, OTS optical displacement detector BATTERY 570 mAh / 590 mAh battery Charging Wireless charging Design

Xiaomi Mi Watch draws a lot of design inspiration from the immensely popular Apple Watch Series 5. Both of them equip a 1.78-inch square-shaped display with a ceramic back. Another similar design is the crown on the right. It can be used to navigate through the watch UI.

Down by the crown, a multi-purpose button is provided to fast open a sport mode. On the left, you will find a speaker vent, with which you can play music on the Mi Watch. At the bottom, you’ll see the pins for the charging dock and the heart rate monitor. Compared to Apple Watch, the Mi Watch’s body is a bit thicker.MIUI For Watch OS (Based on Google Wear OS)

Xiaomi customized a watch version of their MIUI OS for the latest Mi Watch, which is based on Google Wear OS. It allows you to download over 40 customized apps to spread the watch functions, like Sogo Maps, QQ Music, Wechat and so on. But the China version in our hands, those apps are more likely to meet the Chinese users’ demands.

Besides, the Xiaomi voice assistant, Xiao Ai is also available for achieving some basic commands. If you have Xiaomi’s smart-home devices, it would be a great feature to make the watch become a remote control. We will keep watching and bring you the latest news about its international version.

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Who needs a smartwatch? – Xiaomi Mi Band 3 review

After my Mi Band 2 review, I came to the conclusion that Android Wear cannot justify its price tag. I’m referring specifically to LG Urbane, which, as nice as it was back then at £279, falls short compared with a sports tracker you can get for less than 10% of that. With that said Mi Band 2 wasn’t perfect, and I really hoped that the new iteration of the product will fix all the imperfections. This is the Xiaomi Mi Band 3 review.Xiaomi Mi Band 3

I have two Xiaomi Mi Band 3. One is wrapped around my wrist, the other one is measuring Kathy’s (spouse) vitals. I got both of them at the same time. One as a gift for my better half as she is very bad at taking breaks at work, the other one has been sent to me by Banggood.

It was a small risk to take, as I was already in love with the Mi Band 2 and the Xiaomi Mi Band 3 just takes things to the next level. The sports tracker is bigger, there is an additional 1cm your wrist has to accommodate for. This is not a problem for me, but I have to say on Kathy’s wrists it does look ridiculously big.

It’s an important note, as you won’t be able to use Mi Band 2 accessories, however, you can still charge the old Mi Band with the new cable (not the other way around).

With a greater size, comes a greater screen. The display is capable of accommodating 6 lines of text at once. It’s a big step up in terms of the information available on the band. It’s a shame that the screen’s brightness is not ideal for sunny days. Looking up notifications in the direct sunlight takes some wrist adjustments. I’m in the UK, it will literally bother me about 3 times a year, so I’m ok with it!

The Xiaomi Mi Band 3 can be taken diving as long as you don’t go under 50m, has touch controls (button and swipes) and it has a nicer in touch glass finish. The rubber band seems to be little thinner but causes havoc when I’m trying to remove the Xiaomi Mi Band 3 for charging. I hope the rubber stretches out a bit as currently, it’s an operation that requires strength.New features – Xiaomi Mi Band 3

Out of the box, Xiaomi Mi Band 3 comes with new menu options. There is a weather tab, a dedicated notification section, smart tracker faces, timer and options to find your phone and silence the notifications. The majority of the operations are done by swipes (up/down, left/right) and long/short taps to cancel or enter menus. It’s quicker than one button operation of the Mi Band 2, but not error-free. I happen to swipe left a few times when trying to swipe up.Are the notifications any good now?

I’m pleased to announce that notifications are no longer rubbish. I have about 10 sec to access the latest 5 notification on the Xiaomi Mi Band 3, half of this with the display on. Should I miss any of them, I can access all the notifications from the menu too. The biggest flaw of the previous model has been addressed!

While speaking of notifications, you can nudge your friends on Mi-Fit app. Something I only discovered now. It’s brilliant as the nudged person will receive the notification on their bracelet. A perfect way to let the loved ones know you think of them. I’d love a shortcut on your bracelet too, but for now – I have to go into the app.Tell me the weather

The sports tracker comes with 3-day information about the local weather. It’s a nice addition, however, I miss the daily breakdown. If you want to plan a run or cycle, it would be good to see if it’s going to rain today. It may not bother you if you live in the country with a stable weather, but here in the UK, weather changes 24 times a day.Steps Calories and Heart Rate Monitor

This is mostly unchanged compared to the Mi Band 2. The battery notification has moved to a submenu of steps (personally, I’d look for it in the “More” section). During my tests, I found the steps and distance (pulled from the phone location services) to be accurate. The heart rate monitor result depends on where the Mi Band is and how tight it is wrapped around the wrist. The best results I had when the sensor was placed on the under-side of my wrist. This is true for other wrist devices and the accuracy can suffer. With that said all results were within few beats of Mi Band 2 and LG Urbane and it takes anything up to 12 seconds to display it.

I love the automatic heart rate monitoring, which increases the frequency of the tests during sports activities.“More”

There are a couple of more features, 3 Mi Band screen presets, a timer, an option to silent the notifications and find your phone. It’s a good selection of features.Battery

Coming from the 2-day battery life of an LG Urbane to 12-20 days of Mi Band 2 – I’m pleased to say Xiaomi Mi Band 3 is on pair with an excellent battery life of its predecessor. I was able to get about 12 days using the most power hungry heart monitoring options and tonnes of notifications. If you willing to give up on these – I’m sure you could extend the tracker life beyond 20 days.The Mi-Fit app

There are very little changes in the app itself. The same data is available from Mi Band 2 and 3 on your app. The app is well designed and provides you with sleep, steps, weight, heart rate charts.

These can be compared to other users of Mi-Fit, giving you an idea – how active is your life. The sleep tracking can be hit or miss if you work nights, as the app does not account for the grave shift workers like me.

All of the Mi Band 3 settings are available through the app, and this is where you can set the tracker preferences, notifications and other settings. If you used the app with other Xiaomi’s products you will feel right home.Conclusion [tabs tab1=”Disclaimer”] [tab id=1]The Mi Band 3 has been provided to me for the purpose of the review. As usual, with all my reviews I reserve the right to an honest critique of the product.[/tab] [/tab]

If you don’t have a sports tracker or an Android Wear device, you will be very pleased with the price to performance ratio. The Xiaomi Mi Band 3 fixes what have been missing on the previous band, while keeping the price similar. I’m hoping for some software updates that will let you customise the tracker even more, and perhaps a small overhaul of the notifications as for now, while very useful, they seem little cluttered. If you want to get your own, you can use affiliated links below: