Asus Zenbook touchscreen Laptop UX305CA made available for $699

November 28, 2015

Taiwanese computer hardware producer, ASUS, have announced the arrival of their new Asus Zenbook touchscreen laptop which is referenced UX305CA.

The ASUS laptop has been made available for purchase and is priced at $699 (roughly 140,000 Naira).

On a normal day, the new laptop has a list price of $799 but it has been made available at a reduced price with a condition attached – one gets a $100 deduction if one purchases it directly from the Microsoft online store.

The Asus Zenbook UX305CA is powered by an Intel Core m3-6Y30 Skylake processor which is supported by a massive 8GB of RAM.

This is more than enough to run contemporary programs without a hitch. Added to this is a 256 GB of solid-state storage which is considered 90 percent faster than the orthodox hard disk storage.

The laptop also features a QHD+ touchscreen which fits into a 13.3 inch screen. It offers users a resolution of 3200 x 1800 pixels and comes with Windows 10.

Connectivity on the laptop is via both 802.11ac WiFi and Bluetooth 4.0. It sports 3 x USB 3.0 ports, 1 x micro HDMI port and an SD card slot.

Speaking during the unveiling, Asus said the laptop is elegant, slim, and powered for performance. It added that the ASUS ZenBook UX305CA is premium in every way.

“It’s under a half-inch thin, weighs only 3 pounds, and has a power-efficient Intel Core m3 processor. It’s luxurious, too, built from a block of aluminum with ASUS’ signature spun-metal finish on the lid. And with Windows 10, you get easy ways to snap apps in place, create new desktops, and work and play across all your devices,”

it said.

The laptop however doesn’t feature an Ethernet jack but it is still possible to use a USB-to-Ethernet adapter if a wired connection is needed or necessary.

The system is also equipped with a 45 Whr battery that is capable of providing up to 10 hours of continual use.

Tesla’s Cheapest Model X Is Priced At $80,000

John Adebimitan

November 26, 2015

The long awaited electric-powered Model X from Tesla has started selling, and the long-range crossover car with upward-opening second-row doors has been priced at $80,000.

Selling this car at $80,000 puts it $5,000 cheaper than Model S which was the lowest-priced version of the sedan that turned Tesla into one of the most watched tech firms.

This Model X is quite larger with a performance base version that is slightly slower than the Model S. The SUV comes with an all-wheel drive and it will clock-in at zero to 60 miles per hour in 6 seconds.

As it gets bigger, it will not have the same range as the Model S; it has 220 miles per charge while the Model S has 240 miles per charge.

The pricing which was released on Monday was not inclusive of delivery charges, customers who want it will have to pay an additional $1,200 for the car to be delivered to their preferred locations.

The Tesla Model X which was introduced at a ceremony in Fremont is having lots of breakthroughs. The rear doors open upward in a way that won’t scrap against a vehicle that is packed next to it and it has panoramic windshields.

Tesla stated on its website that anyone who chooses to order the 70D all-wheel-drive base Model will have to wait until late next year before it can be delivered. If customers wish to get one faster though, they may need to order one of the two other upscale versions with zero-to-60miles in 3.8 seconds.

While all Model Xs comes with standard five-seat configurations, any customer who wants to get a car with six-seat configuration will have to pay extra $3,000 while the seven-seat configuration goes for an additional $4,000.

In September, Tesla put the Model X on sale at an introductory price of $132,000 for a fully decked-out signature edition of the car.

Asus R510JX Gaming Laptop launched at Rs. 69,990, comes with Windows 10

Emmanuel

November 25, 2015

Asus has introduced an entry-level gaming laptop – the Asus R510JX, with the aim to boost and enrich gaming experience on laptops.

According to Asus, the R510JX can handle modern games and high end multimedia content with ease. The new laptop costs Rs. 69,990 (that’s about 211,000 Naira).

The Asus R510JX is a premium looking notebook with a stylish black and red theme at the sides.

The laptop has a 15.6-inch Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels) LED-backlit display with 16:9 screen ratio. The screen also comes with an anti-glare, which the Chinese company claims offers resistance to fingerprints and smudges.

The gaming laptop features a large touchpad with intuitive multi-point Smart Gesture input, and a reinforced seamless one piece chiclet keyboard and IceCool technology to keep palm rests cool.

The Asus R510JX notebook is powered by a fourth-generation Intel Core i7-4720HQ quad-core processor clocked at 2.6GHz (Turbo up to 3.6GHz) with 6MB cache and 8 threads.

This is further supported by 4GB of DDR3L RAM, and a 1TB of 5400rpm HDD.

It also features Nvidia GeForce GTX 950M (2GB DDR3 video RAM) dedicated GPU alongside Intel HD Graphics 4400 integrated graphics.

This enables it to run contemporary games smoothly, giving its users an amazing gaming experience.

The Asus R510JX runs the 64-bit version of Windows 10, has a VGA webcam on board and packs a 4-cell 44Whr Li-ion battery.

On the connectivity front, it supports Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, two USB 3.0 ports, a USB 2.0 port, HDMI 1.4 out, VGA port, RJ-45 inlet, SD card reader, and an audio combo jack.

It weighs 2.45kg with battery, and measures 380x251x29.2~31.7mm. An optical drive was also added to the goodies.

“Gaming is on the rise among the Indian consumers and with R510, even the entry level gaming enthusiasts will get an opportunity to test their skills on the high end games,”

Peter Chang, Regional Head of South Asia and Managing Director for Asus India said during the launch of the notebook.

“It’s the perfect blend of hardware, performance and gaming with its black and red theme styled with FHD antiglare display. It is one of the most affordable products in the gaming category which makes it a must-buy for all the aficionados,”

he added.

Drones are going to be massive this Holiday Season

Jia Khan

November 25, 2015

Drones are the hottest items on the wish-list of many these holidays. The widespread interest in drones is evident from the stats which state that over a million people would receive a drone gift this holiday season.

However, according to the new legislation, the lucky ones will have to inform the Federal Government (in the United States) after unpacking their gifts.

Recently, the FAA scampered to draw up swarms of drones flying in the air and announced a list of suggestions through which the supervision of competitive use of the machines can be regulated.

Under the proposition, any person owning drones would have to get their gadgets registered with the FAA, which would organize the data in a National Database.

According to the FAA, the machines weighing over 0.55 pounds and under 55 pounds will be required to register, which implies that nearly all the available drones in the consumer market will need registration.

It is worth mentioning that it is the pilot or the drone controller who needs to get registered instead of the drone, which subsequently implies that a person can have multiple drones registered to him with an authority.

In case of unregistered flying, the pilot will be liable to pay a penalty amounting to $25000.

As per FAA, everyone residing in the US, who has a drone will need to be registered. However, the foreigners or visiting tourists will be offered relief with a quick application process so that they get to enjoy their drone flying experience sooner without having to entangle in the hassle of formalities.

FAA also mentioned that some sort of education component will be included in the process, however it has not been clearly specified yet whether there will be some kind of test or literature before actual driving of a drone.

At present, it is still unclear as to who will develop the registration website and the FAA has yet not made any comment on this aspect.

2016 Honda Pilot SUV Features

John Adebimitan

November 22, 2015

The 2016 Honda Pilot comes with all that is required for a trouble-free and stylish ride. The Honda Pilot has become a choice for families because of its competence and the comfort that it dishes out to its occupants.

Being a reliable car, having a sleek interior and coming with a practical shape makes the Honda Pilot a marketable car. The 2016 Honda Pilot doesn’t come with any extravagant style and luxury, it looks just like a minivan.

The wheelbase of the Honda Pilot is 1.8-inches, and its length is now 3.5-inches longer. The added features fit well on the car, adding no extra weight to it.

The Honda Pilot AWD weighs 4302 pounds, about 309 less than the Honda Pilot 4WD that was released in 2011.

The 3.5-liter V-6 is allowed to continue powering the Honda Pilot, but this will be a new direct-injection engine. The engine is Acura MDX, making it 10 horsepower less but still running on regular fuel.

It gives an output of 280 horsepower and a 262 pound-feet torque which beats the older 250 and 253 pound-feet torque.

The Honda Pilot comes with more gears and more power, while the mass is reduced. The car hustles to 60 mph in just 6.1 seconds. EPA figures increased from 17/24 mpg to 18/26 mpg and 19/26 for the Elite and the Touring models.

The previous VTM-4 Lock button is now replaced by a four-wheel-drive model that features a set of four powertrain modes which are: normal, snow, sand and mud.

The Honda Pilot AWD system also comes with a torque-vectoring function that can apportion torque across the rear axle to make it easy when cornering.

When compared to the previous versions, the Honda Pilot now has a better steering that is electrically assisted, and it is very light even when moving at a very low speed.

The 2016 Honda Pilot sports a cabin that is wider than the previous ones, the hood is shorter and the windshield is farther.

The towering center armrest has now been replaced with minivan-style flip-down arm supports which opens up enough room for the elbow.

In all, the new Honda makes a fine car and SUV; it can be adjusted based on the needs of users, making it the perfect car when there are no children and the perfect minivan when there are children.

New 2016 Range Rover Evoque Convertible Is Here

John Adebimitan

November 22, 2015

We have had the Land Rover coupe-SUVs, we have had the performance SUVs, and now we are having the Convertible SUV; this is a natural step that Land Rover has taken, and after the car was reviewed, the Evoque Convertible has gotten the green light.

The Evoque Convertible comes with extra weight, but the all-independent suspension and the anti-roll bars will compensate for it, while the electric power-steering has now been re-tuned.

Gerry McGovern, chief creative officer of Land Rover has this to say about the car that will be debuting next week at the Los Angeles Motor Show,

“Evoque is a car that resonates with people, and that is why over 450,000 pieces of the car has already been sold out. It really changed the culture and attitude within this organization, and this Convertible is a natural progression for Evoque—but it wasn’t easy to do.”

Most British Evoque Convertibles will be coming with diesel engines, while other countries will be enjoying the petrol engine or the diesel engines.

The car has a TD4 178BHP ingenium engine, but the 237bhp four-cylinder Si4 will still be an option. The 0-62mph time will now drop from the diesel hardtop’s 9.0 seconds to 10.3, while the average economy remains 49.6mpg.

None of the interior prowess of the Evoque has been lost in this new Convertible car – it remains 4×4. The Evoque has seats for four people, while the fifth seat is the one that makes way for the hood folding mechanism.

The Range Rover Evoque is now sporting an optional wind deflector behind the front seats, which makes it possible to turn the car into a two-seater.

On the back seat the spaces left for the legs, back and head are okay, the boot capacity is 251 litres. On the top of the boot is a spoiler that houses the third rear brake light and it is also there for aerodynamics.

Some new technology has been introduce to the car with the latest InControl touch system that comes with a very wide 10.2-inch display and a 3G internet connectivity option.

The InControl also features various apps that can work for Smartphones, remote tracking and Wi-Fi hotspot.

Volkswagen Beetle Denim and Bettle Dune launches

Emmanuel

November 21, 2015

Volkswagen have pulled out all the nostalgic punches by launching two new variants of the fan-favorite Beetle – the Beetle Denim and the Beetle Dunne.

The special edition 2016 Beetle Denim according to Volkswagen pays homage to the 1970s Jeans Bug as it offers a modern take on the classic model.

Volkswagen said the 2016 Beetle Denim will have a short run of 2,000 limited edition units and will be available in Pure White or Stonewashed Blue colors.

The car’s convertible top will be covered in dark blue denim like material. The rest of the car, including the interior will also sport lots of denim-inspired designs including back pockets and even a red-tab to resemble a pair of blue jeans.

The 2016 Beetle Denim will be made available in the United States with a 1.8-liter turbocharged and direct-injection TSI® engine. The car also packs a six-speed automatic transmission, and produces 170 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque.

The 2016 Beetle Dune one the other hand acknowledges the existence of the old Baja Beetle.

Available in coupe or convertible variants, the Dune offers more aggressive styling and raised ground clearance.

The new model sits higher and has a wider track and will be sold alongside the rest of the Beetle family.

The model is very likeable as a new lighting package has been added to augment the new front bumper. It has a larger air intake and 18-inch wheels that augment its raised look. The model also comes with a new 6.3-inch infotainment system.

The 2016 Beetle Dune will be available in three exterior colors: Sandstorm Yellow, Pure White, or Deep Black Pearl.

The Beetle Dune is also equipped with a 1.8-liter direct-injection and turbocharged TSI® four-cylinder engine. The powerful engine offers 170 horsepower and 184 pound-feet of torque which is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.

The Dune coupe will go on sale in the first quarter of 2016, while the Dune Convertible will arrive in the third quarter of the year.

2017 Hyundai Elantra revealed at Los Angeles Auto Show

John Adebimitan

November 20, 2015

The Elantra compact-design sedan was given a new face at the Los Angeles Auto Show on Wednesday. The new Hyundai Elantra has been transformed into a car that comes with mainstream styling and superficial edge-cutting designs.

The latest Hyundai Elantra gets Hyundai’s hexagonal grille along with front wheel air curtains that were gotten from Sonata Hybrid, which has helped to improve air flow and decrease fuel usage.

Hyundai is now overhauling its designs ethos and gradually moving away from the popular edgy thematic that has been seen on past models of Hyundai cars. The designers of the Hyundai Elantra replaced the lumpy headlights with a better mainstream design.

At the Los Angeles Auto Show, Hyundai stated in its 3,000-word press release that the Hyundai Elantra has an interior space that beats that of the Audi A4 and the Acura ILX.

The length of the car was increased by an addition 0.8-inches and its width was given an extra 1-inch.

Speaking of the newly released car, Hyundai said:

“the new Hyundai Elantra projects complete confidence by coming with sculpted body forms along with smoothly contoured lines that reveal the underlying inspirations of our designers. Inspired by the concept of dynamic precision, our architecture was a perfect platform for collaboration between our designers and our engineers to blend advanced styling with functional aerodynamics. Bolstered with more high-strength steel, the 2017 Hyundai Elantra is stiffer and quieter.”

The Hyundai Elantra sports a 2-liter powertrain and a 4-cylinder engine with 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet torque which was capped with a six-speed manual transmission and a six-speed automatic transmission.

The Hyundai Elantra features an optional Elantra Eco which comes with a1.4-liter, turbocharged 4-cylinder engine and a seven-speed dual clutch transmission that jointly delivers 128 horsepower, 156 feet torque and a fuel economy rating of 35 mpg.

According to Hyundai, the car will be assembled in Montgomery, Ala, and in South Korea (Ulsan).

Controversy follows claims Nigerian lecturer solved 150 year-old Mathematical problem

Emmanuel

November 20, 2015

A Nigerian lecturer, Dr. Opeyemi Enoch, according to reports, has provided a solution to the Riemann hypothesis, a mathematical problem which has been unsolved for over 150 years.

The Riemann Zeta Hypothesis is one of the seven Millennium problems set forth by the Clay Mathematics Institute with a million Dollar reward for each solved problem for the past 16 years.

With the development, Dr Enoch, who is a lecturer at the Federal University, Oye Ekiti (FUOYE), becomes the fourth egghead to resolve one of the seven Millennium Problems in Mathematics.

As the first person to provide a solution, Dr. Enoch is set to receive a million dollar prize.

The Kogi State-born mathematician had, before now, worked on mathematical models and structures for generating electricity from sound, thunder and Oceanic bodies.

Speaking in an interview with BBC, Dr. Enoch said that the motivation to solve the problem came from his students, who brought it to him with the hope of making $1 million “off the Internet.”

“Those my students trusted that the solution could come from me,” he said, adding that he was motivated by their trust, “not because of the financial reward.”

A statement recently released in Ado Ekiti explained how the scholar arrived at the solution of the problem.

“Dr Enoch first investigated and then established the claims of Riemann. He went on to Consider and to correct the misconceptions that were communicated by Mathematicians in the past generations, thus paving way for his solutions and proofs to be established,”

it said.

The statement added that Dr Enoch presented the Proof on November 11, 2015 during the International Conference on Mathematics and Computer Science in Vienna, Austria.

The day reportedly falls on the exact day and month 156 years after the problem was delivered by Bernhard Riemann, a German Mathematician in 1859.

However, a new report by Quartz says the Clay Mathematics Institute has refused to confirm the news of Enoch’s solution.

The Institute reportedly said “the current status of the problems and complete information about each” is available on the institute’s website.

Of the seven Millenium problems listed on the institute’s website, only the Poincaré Conjecture is listed as solved.

It was solved by Grigoriy Perelman in 2003. All the other six problems, including the Riemann Hypothesis, remain listed as unsolved.

Minister of Science and Technology assures Nigerian youths to Expect massive Jobs

Jia Khan

November 19, 2015

Mr. Ogbonnaya Onu, Minister of Science and Technology in Nigeria had said on Monday that ministry will create opportunities for the employment and empowerment of youth in the country.

Onu made the statement during a meeting with United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO).

The Minister had stated that to meet the challenges of the modern world, it is very much essential to create the right opportunities for the fresh Nigerian minds in order to excel.

“Nigeria will excel in the sector of science and technology in order to stand with other developed countries of the world,. Establishing the cell will only focus on creating the right opportunities to accommodate the teeming youth so that they can contribute in the national development,’’

Ministry is focusing on establishing new programs for the empowerment of the youth. The Ministry is also looking for such stakeholders, who are ready to contribute towards nation.

The Minister appreciated the services provided by UNIDO and suggested that the organization should take innovative steps for African countries, especially Nigeria.

Onu has given an affirmative response to UNIDO to work in collaboration and has planned for the establishment of Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) in Nigeria.

Mr. David Tommy has been urging the Federal Government to minimize the industrial skills gap to work for the betterment of skills.

Tommy suggested to the government to avail the services of the youth as it makes almost 44% of the whole Nigerian population.

“The youth in Nigeria is qualified up to the expectations, but it lacks the necessary basic skills for sustainable development. It is essential to train the youth with industrial and development skills.”

Tommy also said that development is impossible without bringing reforms in the agricultural sector.

Minister Onu’s concerns for the development and betterment of youth is a big step forward and will work for the revolution of the country as a whole.

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