Red Rock Resort

Off the Strip by several miles and closer to Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, Red Rock Casino Resort is a property of Station Casinos, which made its mark in Vegas by appealing to those who actually live there. But Red Rock is as fancy and decadent as any on the Strip, with a masculine design of crimson and burnt orange and a chain of more than 3.1m Swarovski and Preciosa crystals (measuring 99 miles) hanging throughout the resort. During the summer, Red Rock opened a 7,000-seat outdoor amphitheatre, and its pool concert series is one of the most popular of its kind in the city.
1011 West Charleston, +1 702 797 7777, redrocklasvegas.com, doubles from $130

Aria at CityCenter

Photograph: Gene Blevins/LA Daily News/Corbis

The centrepiece of the 67-acre CityCenter, Aria is where you play it big in Vegas. There are 4,004 guest rooms, and that doesn’t count the theatre where Elvis still lives, in the Cirque du Soleil production Viva Elvis. The vast, dark-wood-designed hotel and casino is filled with water features, including fountains that greet guests at the porte-cochère. Public art is heavily featured: guests at reception are met with artist Maya Lin’s Silver River sculpture, which greatly resembles … well, a silver river. Aria is home to more than 16 restaurants, including those operated by star chefs Michael Mina (American Fish) and Masayoshi Takayama (Bar Masa and Shaboo).
3730 Las Vegas Boulevard, +1 702 590 7111, arialasvegas.com, doubles from $129

Bellagio

Bellagio, Las Vegas.

One of the big “wow” events in recent Vegas history was the opening of Bellagio, which ushered in the era of the “mega-resort” in October 1998. The splashy Fountains at Bellagio water show at the front of the hotel, envisioned by hotel founder Steve Wynn, continues to halt traffic on the Strip. Inside, the Bellagio Conservatory and Botanical Gardens change with the seasons. Looming at the registration desk is a glass sculpture designed by the artist Dale Chihuly. The resort is home to the Bellagio Gallery of Fine Art, also a Wynn vision. In the 40-table poker room hangs a painting by LeRoy Neiman, titled simply (and appropriately) The Game.
3600 Las Vegas Boulevard South, +1 702 693 7111, bellagio.com, doubles from $149

Wynn Encore

Photograph: Eric Kabik/Corbis

Encore opened as a twin to the equally giant Wynn in late-2008, and the two properties represent Steve Wynn’s greatest hits: fantastic restaurants, an interior design of canopies and coffered ceilings that bring to mind the effects of Bellagio. Upon opening, the resort threw a stack of cash and the use of a private jet to country music superstar Garth Brooks, booking his one-man show in the theatre next to Le Rêve. Appropriately, those shows meet in the middle of these hotels. For outdoor entertainment, try the Encore Beach Club, which sits nearly atop the Strip and is one of the finest pool clubs in town.
Wynn Las Vegas, 3131 Las Vegas Boulevard South, +1 702 770 7000. Wynn Encore Hotel, 3121 Las Vegas Boulevard South, +1 702 770 8000, wynnlasvegas.com, doubles from $189

Venetian-Palazzo

Photograph: Alamy

Gondoliers steer you through the Venetian, welcoming guests to the waterway that cuts through a replica of St Mark’s Square. Strolling performers sing operatic tunes, and it is all played out in a winding, pedestrian retail centre known as the Grand Canal Shops. The Venetian opened in May 1999, followed in 2007 by the Palazzo next door. Some of the city’s great shows and restaurants are here: Jersey Boys, Phantom – The Las Vegas Spectacular and the Blue Man Group. Lagasse’s Stadium at Palazzo is one of the city’s finest sports books, the only place in the city where you can find a man watching sport in the jersey of his favourite team, shouting at a big screen and devouring a banana creme pie dessert conceived by Lagasse himself.
Venetian Resort Hotel Casino, 3355 Las Vegas Boulevard South, +1 702 414 1000, venetian.com. Palazzo Resort Hotel Casino, 3325 Las Vegas Boulevard South, +1 702 607 7777, palazzo.com, doubles from $169

Caesars Palace

Photograph: Ethan Miller/Reuters/Corbis

Caesars opened in 1966, has been known as one of the last standing haunts of the Rat Pack, the site of some of the greatest prizefights in history, and the spot where daredevil Evel Knievel went tea-over-teakettle in a 1967 motorcycle leap. These days, the stars are Celine Dion, Elton John and Rod Stewart. All take the stage at various times at the 4,100-seat Colosseum. Another popular show is Absinthe, held in a big white tent in the hotel’s Roman Plaza, near its entrance. One of the city’s first Strip retail centres, the Forum Shops, remains an ideal place to fling your credit card or put that blackjack hot streak to good use.
3570 Las Vegas Boulevard South, +1 702 731 7110, caesarspalace.com, doubles from $179

Cosmopolitan

Cosmopolitan Hotel, Las Vegas.

If the Mirage launched the mega-resort era in Vegas, the Cosmopolitan seems to be its bookend. Built next to CityCenter, the resort stacks 2,995 rooms – the majority of which offer terraces and views of the Strip. Tucked into the Marquee nightclub, a three-storey party space, is an enclave known as the Library, where guests shoot pool and read Vegas-centric books, The signature gathering spot is the Chandelier bar, a bedazzled, multi-decked haven of hobnobbing. A pizzeria called, simply, Pizzeria, sits down an unmarked hallway, giving the impression you sort of have to know somebody to find the place. The concert and party centre, Boulevard Pool, is positioned high above the Strip.
3708 Las Vegas Boulevard South, +1 702 698 7000, cosmopolitanlasvegas.com, doubles from $160

Mandarin Oriental

Mandarin Oriental, Las Vegas.

Perhaps the coolest floor in all of Vegas is the 23rd at the Mandarin Oriental, where the Mandarin Bar overlooks the Strip on one end and Pierre Gagnaire’s Twist looks out from the other. This is a non-gaming hotel, it has no grand theatre or any sort of resident production show or headliner. But it is one chic spot, with live jazz playing from the Mandarin Bar and visitors reclining in the lounge next to the reception. Yes, that is on the 23rd floor, too, a spot called the Sky Lobby. The hotel provides one of the great escapes in Las Vegas, a 27,000sqft.
3752 Las Vegas Boulevard South, +1 702 590 8888, mandarinoriental.com/lasvegas, doubles from $195

Mandalay Bay

Photograph: Ethan Miller/Getty Images

Laden with deeply coloured floor tiling in its valet entrance and a uniquely curious fragrance that hints at citrus, Mandalay Bay is a genuine mega-resort with 3,300 rooms, and filled with an array of entertainment venues. The 12,000-seat Mandalay Bay Events Center hosts boxing and mixed-martial arts events, the House of Blues features emerging and contemporary pop acts. Upstairs two venues provide terrific views of the Strip: the cozy, pop art-laden Foundation Room and MIX restaurant and nightclub. Shark Reef, the watery walking park filled with sharks and other exotic, aquatic creatures, is the quintessential fun-for-the-entire-family attraction.
2950 Las Vegas Boulevard South, +1 702 632 7777, mandalaybay.com, doubles from $130

Mirage

Photograph: Alamy

The Mirage can often be overlooked these days, as more gargantuan resorts have sprouted since it’s breathtaking opening in 1989. Siegfried & Roy once performed here, and these days the Beatles (with the Cirque du Soleil production Love) and a master ventriloquist (theatre headliner Terry Fator) rule the entertainment scene. Inside, the casino floor is shrouded in tropical surroundings. Guests walk through a glass atrium that lets the sun shine in, hearing the soothing sounds of a waterfall over the action at the casino. Mirage has been upgraded to keep pace with its taller competition, and is still one of the city’s major players on the Strip.
3400 Las Vegas Boulevard South, +1 702 791 7111, mirage.com, doubles from $60

Nowadays, capturing daily moments with your smartphone is common, especially through photos. Night photography, in particular, offers a unique and therapeutic experience for smartphone photography enthusiasts.

Cityscapes illuminated by night lights can be enchanting. This is something Gab Mirandilla, a Creative Designer, knows well. Besides his professional work that often involves photography, Gab enjoys taking stunning night shots.

Recently, Gab shared his expertise with vivo, offering practical tips and tricks on how to improve night shots using a mobile phone. This coincides with the release of the vivo V30e, part of the new Aura Portrait Master 3.0 series.

The vivo V30 Pro 5G, developed in collaboration with ZEISS, alongside the V30 and V30e, boasts powerful cameras designed to capture the mesmerizing beauty of the night.

6 tips for better night shots

Gab has shared six straightforward tips for achieving impressive night photography. While outdoor photography at night might seem daunting, these guidelines can help you create outstanding “nightography” results:

1. Always keep your smartphone camera lens clean

Ensure your lens is clean and dry to achieve the best possible shots. Whether you use the vivo V30 Pro, V30e, or V30, maintaining a clean lens free from dirt and moisture is crucial. Use a microfiber cloth to remove any particles without scratching the lens.

2. Enable gridlines for better composition

Activate gridlines to help compose your shots. Grids assist in aligning subjects for balanced photos, particularly at night. On the V30 5G, enable gridlines by opening the camera app and toggling the grid option in the upper right corner until the button turns yellow.

3. Adjust exposure settings before shooting

Adjust the exposure on your vivo V30 Series 5G to ensure your photos aren’t too bright or too dark. Tap the screen and drag the sun icon up or down to control the exposure before pressing the shutter. Proper exposure is essential for capturing clear night photos.

4. Look for good lighting, preferably natural and diffused

Finding good lighting is key, especially at night. In low-light conditions, use the Aura Light 3.0 feature of the vivo V30 Series. Activate it by clicking the flash button on the camera screen and adjust the tone using the color palette slider.

5. Experiment with different angles

Angles play a significant role in photography. Think creatively and use the vivo V30 Series’ zoom options (0.6x, 1x, 2x, or 4x) to easily focus on your subjects. Experiment with different angles to capture unique and share-worthy night photos.

6. Use the built-in Photo Editor

Edit your night photos immediately using the vivo V30 Series’ built-in photo editor. Access your gallery, select a photo, and click the edit button to adjust framing, brihtness, erase unwanted objects, add filers, and apply effects like bokeh. This eliminates the need for online tools or additional editing apps.

The vivo V30 Series comes with exceptional performance, particularly in photography, making it an excellent choice for those looking to capture stunning night photos.

By following these tips from Gab Mirandilla, you can enhance your night photography skills and make the most of your vivo V30 Series smartphone.

Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime comes with a 5.00-inch touchscreen display with a resolution of 1080 pixels by 1920 pixels at a PPI of 443 pixels per inch
Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime is powered by 2GHz octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 processor and it comes with 3GB of RAM
Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime have 32GB of internal storage that can be expanded up to 128GB via a microSD card
Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime packs a 13-megapixel primary camera on the rear and a 5-megapixel front.The Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime runs Android 6.0 and is powered by a 4100mAh non removable battery
Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime dimension is 141.30 x 69.60 x 8.90 (height x width x thickness) and weigh 156.00 grams
Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime is a dual SIM (GSM and GSM) smartphone that accepts Micro-SIM and Nano-SIM
Connectivity options include Wi-Fi, GPS, Bluetooth, 3G and 4G (with support for Band 40 used by some LTE networks)
Xiaomi Redmi 4 Prime provide sensors that all are, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Ambient light sensor and Gyroscope

Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 hubs and docks are the latest technologies in computer connectivity and expansion. They take over from Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C hubs and docks, with significant future-proof benefits while staying backwards compatible with the older connectivity standards.

Hubs and docks allow you to add more types of connections to your main computer if it lacks them itself—particularly with laptops that might have just a few ports on the side.

Desktop PCs and Macs usually have a decent set of ports at front and back, but laptops and tablets often have just a couple.

You will therefore need to connect a multifunction adapter, hub or a more able docking station that includes the ports and slots you need to add extra devices such as hard drives, memory sticks, storage-card readers, printers and so on, as well as wired input tools such as a keyboard or mouse.

They are also the best way to add an external display or two to your more mobile computer, plus Gigabit (or faster) Ethernet for wired Internet access.

All the docks and hubs tested here support at least two external 4K displays at 60Hz; a single 8K display (Windows); or a single 6K display (Mac).

We’ve seen prices rising on docking stations due to component shortages, particularly on the Caldigit docks tested here.

Thunderbolt 4 and USB4

The latest connection standards are Thunderbolt 4 and USB4, which are both based on the neat reversible USB-C connector seen on most new computing devices.

Learn more about the differences between USB-C, USB4, Thunderbolt 3 and Thunderbolt 4.

They supersede older USB 3.0/USB-A connectors and also slower USB-C variants in terms of speed, but are backwards compatible with USB-C and Thunderbolt 3.

USB-A (the old rectangular connector that had to go in one way, usually not the first way you tried) usually maxed at a bandwidth of 5Gbps (USB 3.0) but could be as slow as 480MBps (USB 2.0). Many of the models tested here include faster 10GBps USB-A. Look out for device  charging potential, too, with up to 7.5W on offer with some docks and hubs.

USB-C started at 5Gbps but is also available at up to 20Gbps, although 10Gbps is more common at the upper end. Again, look for high device-charging–20W is the best we’ve seen from USB-C.

Thunderbolt 3 (TB3) can reach 40Gbps, but, unlike Apple, some Windows PC manufacturers didn’t choose to offer all TB3’s benefits.

Thunderbolt 4 (TB4) and USB4 require manufacturers to comply with all the technology’s benefits (such as 40Gbps bandwidth) to be certified, which makes TB4 much more trustworthy to PC users than TB3.

Apple users won’t see much difference between TB3 and TB4, but there are extra benefits such as the ability to better daisy-chain devices. With TB3 a device chain could be disrupted with the removal of any but the final device in the chain.

Many hub and dock manufacturers advise Windows users that their device needs to be certified for Thunderbolt 4 or USB4 due to previous connectivity-standard inconsistency. Mac users will be fine with older USB-C (12in MacBook) and Thunderbolt 3 systems.

You can still use Thunderbolt 3 and USB-C docking stations, but you’ll miss out on Thunderbolt 4’s advancements.

TB4/USB4 also offers faster PCIe (peripheral component interconnect express) at 32Gbps for storage speeds up to 3,000MBps—double the minimum requirements of Thunderbolt 3, although more recent MacBooks have this already. Some of the early TB3 MacBooks had less bandwidth available on the right-hand-side Thunderbolt ports.

If you’ve heard of Thunderbolt 5, with its 80Gbps (120Gbps video) advances, note that docks with TB5 won’t start arriving until mid 2024, and TB4 docks and hubs will still work with TB5 laptops when they hit the shelves. See our updates on Thunderbolt 5 release dates and benefits.

After our roundup of the best Thunderbolt 4 hubs and docks, we go into more detail about each type of port or connection that you need.

What is the difference between adapters, hubs and docks?

These terms are used quite fluidly, but there are official definitions.

A hub usually combines multiples of the same type of port—for example, old-school USB-A connections—but often collects a few different ports in a compact form, frequently with a power supply.

A multi-format adapter adds different kinds of ports, usually in a very portable format that can either draw power from the host computer or channel pass-through power delivery via a USB-C port and your USB-C charger.

A docking station (or dock) is a larger beast with its own bulky power supply and a range of different ports that should cover all your connection and charging needs.

The definitions have merged somewhat and are now often more about the size and format rather than the capabilities.

Which ports do you need?

To connect the hub or dock, your computer will need to include either a Thunderbolt 4 port for a separate cable connection (often included with the hub/dock) or an integrated T4/USB4 cable.

Thunderbolt 4 / USB4 ports  The TB4/USB4 technology allows for four of these ports on a hub or dock–one of which is reserved for the computer connection (called the ‘Upstream” connection, compared to the “Downstream TB4 ports that you use to connect new devices). Previously, TB3 allowed for only two in total.

These are very adaptable ports that can connect to a USB-C display or a display adapter—for example, USB-C-to-HDMI or DisplayPort.

Modern SSDs and other devices also have USB-C or Thunderbolt connections, and so you can attach these using the hub when your laptop or tablet has just one or two.

Look out for the charging capabilities of these ports—many can offer 15W power, enough for most smartphones, SSDs etc.

USB-A   This is the old-school, frustratingly non-reversible USB that is common with memory sticks and older devices and chargers. If you still have a few of these hanging around, make sure your hub has one or two to hand. Look for faster USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports that have a decent 10Gbps bandwidth. 5Gbps is fine, but faster is usually appreciated.

If you want to use one for charging, check out the wattage—7.5W is common and enough to slowly power up a phone. Some USB-A ports are of the older, slower USB-2.0 variety, which can muster a mere 480MBps, and so are mostly used for weedy 2.5W charging rather than data sync, but are also capable of 4.5W or 7.5W charging. If you plan to use these ports for charging, check out the wattages on each hub or dock.

Display ports   Less common on hubs than docks, look out for one or two HDMI or DisplayPorts. You can use the TB4/USB4 ports to connect to a USB-C display or use USB-C (to DisplayPort or HDMI) video adapters if the hub/dock doesn’t include these, but that will use up your spare downstream ports.

Display adapters are inexpensive, costing under $10/£10 each for an unbranded adapter or around $15/£15 for one from Anker. For example, this generic USB-C to HDMI adapter is priced at £8.99/$8.99, while you can buy slightly dearer adapters from Anker or Lention. USB-C-to-DisplayPort adapters are available, such as this generic adapter.

Or you can really splash out with an Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter for $69/£75 that comes with a further USB-A port. Belkin has an HDMI adapter priced somewhere in between.

Check that the adapter cable you are using supports 4K at 60Hz if that is your requirement.

Look out for DisplayPort 1.4 or HDMI 2.1 for the best resolutions. Gamers and video professionals should consider docks that offer a higher refresh rate—the Plugable UD-4VPD supports two 4K displays at 120Hz.

Ethernet   For wired Internet access you need an Ethernet port, at least rated as Gigabit Ethernet (1Gbps). You can also get faster 5Gbps or 10Gbps Ethernet ports as adapters for the TB4 ports. If you have the right setup, 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet will significantly boost your network speed and is becoming more mainstream on Thunderbolt and USB4 docks.

SD and MicroSD Card Readers   Known mainly for camera cards, these slots also offer affordable access to extra storage, with 500GB cards costing around $60/£60, and capacities up to 1TB. Look for faster UHS-II card readers that transfer data at 312MBps rather than UHS-I’s 104MBps.

Audio jacks   Headphone and microphone jacks are also handy ports on a hub or dock to save you locating the same on your computer if it even exists.

Some docking stations include higher-quality digital audio connections for serious audio technologies.

Power and charging

Most hubs and docks ship with their own power supply (or “power brick”) to charge the connected laptop or tablet and power the devices attached to it.

Laptops will require a minimum of 60W for charging at a decent rate, but larger laptops need more like 90W. You are more likely to see higher laptop charging on the docking stations rather than the smaller hubs.

The remaining power is shared among the ports, so look for a decent power supply with around 150W total if you plan on using all the ports at the same time.

Hub and dock designs

Think about how and where the dock or hub will sit on your desk. A vertical format will save desk space compared to a slim horizontal one, although most of the hubs we’ve seen are nicely compact.

Also, consider what you want on the front or back of the device. I’m not a fan of hubs that have the upstream computer connection on the front, which can be ugly and inconvenient, although you might prefer it.

None of the hubs or docks we have tested is particularly portable – not because of the size of the hub, but the bulk of the external power supply. Of course, if you buy a second power supply, you could have one at home and one at the office.

Cables

Most of the hubs and docks tested and reviewed here come with at least one short (0.8m) Thunderbolt 4 cable to connect the upstream ports to your computer, but with up to three downstream ports you may well need some more. See our list of the best Thunderbolt 4 and USB4 cables.

Thunderbolt 4 compatibility

Thunderbolt 4 is here and you should consider buying a certified Thunderbolt 4 dock even if you have a Thunderbolt 3 computer because it’s both backwards compatible with older USB-C and Thunderbolt 3 and future-proof—at least until Thunderbolt 5 comes along, and that’s at least a few years off yet.

That’s why OWC calls its Thunderbolt 4 docking station just the “Thunderbolt Dock” as it works with TB3 and TB4, although not the distant TB2. If your computer has TB2, you need a new computer.

Note, though, that manufacturers of Windows computers didn’t always follow the guidelines for Thunderbolt 3 and so most TB4 hubs and docking stations are not recommended for TB3 PC users. They require a properly certified Thunderbolt 4 laptop.

Apple was much better at certification, though, so TB4 hubs and docks will work with all Thunderbolt 3 Macs, which means any from the past few years (2017 and later) are good to go.

Apple’s plain M1/M2/M3-based 13in MacBooks (those without a Pro or Max-level M-series chip) still have Thunderbolt 3 ports, even though the company calls them “Thunderbolt / USB 4”. If you connect a TB4 dock or hub to an M1/M2 MacBook, you won’t lose any benefits as long as you are using macOS Big Sur or above. But bear in mind that, right now, plain M1/M2 Macs can officially connect to only one external display. There are, however, workarounds to make M1 and M2 Macs connect to two or more external displays.

The latest 14in and 16in MacBook Pro models—using the M1/M2/M3 Pro or Max chips—do have Thunderbolt 4 ports and can support multiple external displays–they also come with more varied side ports that might even mean you don’t need a hub or a port.

Macworld has its own Mac-dedicated roundup of the best Thunderbolt docks for Mac.

Watching new released Bollywood or Hollywood movie is an all time tendency for movie lovers. And if it is possible without downloading the movie, it is going to be a Magic Stick for them. Yes, there are many sites which offer their users a huge library of movies including new releases without downloading. But there are many site with fake promises. Surfing those is just a waste of time and data.

Here in this post, you will get some top sites to watch Bollywood movies without downloading, as well as some top site to watch Hollywood movies too. Just go through the post and try those and watch your favorite Bollywood and Hollywood movies.

Top Sites to watch Latest Bollywood Movies without downloading:

BoxTv: BoxTV is is basically a premium video service which offers its user to watch latest Bollywood movies as well as Hollywood movies. But you can have free access to many movies there. Just can’t access the the whole library at once. Search using movie name or genre, even you can search using actors name too. And then you can watch your favorite movie online without downloading.

Hotstar: Hotstar has became so popular this days. No need to write much about it. It is a user friendly site. It upgrades its contents regularly for their users. On this site, you can stream your favorite TV shows, latest movies and lots more, and watch online, obviously, without downloading. You can download some content also, but with permission.

Voot: Voot is another video service media in India. Growing exponentially in the market. It is very user friendly platform where you can stream and watch any video or latest Hindi movies of your choice.

Spuul: Spuul is one of the best sites for watching latest Hindi movies as well as other regional languages like Tamil, Telugu, Punjabi, Bengali and more. The sites empowers its user with some features like “resume the video” option and “Highlight “ option. By using these feature you can continue watching the movie right from where you leave. And highlight option enables you to mark your favorite movies/videos so that you can watch them later on your leisure time. Spuul’s premium service is also great.

SonlyLiv: SonlyLiv is another video service platform in India. It is totally legal, safe and secure site, that is why, you may wait a little for the latest Hindi movies online. but the quality of the movies, I am sure, will bound you to wait on the site instead of others. You can browse the site from any device like Linux, Windows, and others. Android users can download the app to enjoy SonlyLiv.

Top Sites to watch Latest Hollywood Movies without downloading:
Putlockers2: If you are a Hollywood movie lover, then Putlockers2 is perfect for you. Here you can find the links of your favorite movies, just click the links, stream your favorite movies and watch them online without downloading. You do not need to register or sign up to watch those videos or movies. Simply click “Only Available To Stream” option, you will get all the contents that could be streamed.

C123Movies: C123Movies is one of the best place for Hollywood movie lover. You can watch all category Hollywood movies like Sci-Fi, Comedy, Drama etc for free. Even you don not need to register. Just search for the name of the movie, or you can search category wise, select the movie and watch online without any disturbance on your own device. You can demand a video too.

TMoviesNow: Like Putlockers2, it is another platform which provide streaming links for their users. Simply click on those link of you favorite movie or video, stream it and watch online for free without downloading. It also provides category wise movies like Sci-Fi, Comedy, Action etc.

123MoviesMy: 123MoviesMy is also one of the best streaming sites where you can watch your favorite movies without signing up. It doesn’t have any advertisement too. So enjoy your movies without any disturbance.

There are many sites which provide their user to watch latest Bollywood and Hollywood movies of their choice, obviously, without downloading, but the above are the user’s favorite sites. Some other top sites for watching latest movies online (without downloading) are: YuppTV, Youtube, 123Movies, 123MoviesHub etc. On YuppTV and Youtube, you can watch your favourite regional movies also like Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Bengali, Punjabi and Bhojpuri.

Il 78% dei millennial e gen-z vuole vivere un’esperienza autentica nel luogo visitato, il 62% vuole conoscere luoghi sconosciuti prima che diventino popolari. È quanto emerge dall’ultima ricerca sui trend 2024 di Vamonos-Vacanze.it, la piattaforma specializzata in viaggi di gruppo.

Secondo quanto ha potuto rilevare Vamonos-Vacanze.it, la piattaforma specializzata in viaggi di gruppo, nella scelta di un viaggio il 65% dei giovani (millennial e gen-z) si lascia influenzare dai social network.

La tendenza che va per la maggiore vede prevalere le esperienze “local” ed il turismo “off the beaten track”: il 74% degli intervistati vorrebbe infatti visitare destinazioni non ancora viste e più in particolare —nella fascia millennial e gen-z— il 78% vorrebbe vivere un’esperienza autentica nel luogo visitato ed il 62% vorrebbe conoscere luoghi sconosciuti prima che diventino popolari.

Il lavoro condotto da Vamonosoffre un’analisi sui trend emergenti nel turismo italiano, analizzando le preferenze dei viaggiatori, i cambiamenti di gusto e le destinazioni più ambite.

Secondo i dati raccolti da Vamonos-Vacanze.it, il 47% degli intervistati considera le raccomandazioni di amici e familiari come un fattore decisivo per la scelta di un viaggio, ma il 65% degli intervistati della Gen-Z e Millennial (18-43enni) afferma di essersi lasciato influenzare dai social media.

I viaggiatori aspirano a vivere esperienze turistiche uniche che diano la possibilità di vivere appieno la cultura locale e di esplorare gemme nascoste o poco conosciute “off the beaten track”.

La ricerca di Vamonos-Vacanze.it evidenzia che durante le vacanze del 2024 gli appassionati di cucina si interesseranno ancora di più agli aspetti enogastronomici, cercando di riscoprire meglio le tradizioni dei nostri territori e le origini dei nostri diversi cibi.

Il 38% degli italiani si dichiara molto attratto dalla storia delle specialità gastronomiche dei luoghi che visitano. «La maggior parte preferiscono la genuinità e l’autenticità dei piatti tipici artigianali» spiegano gli esperti di Vamonos-Vacanze.it.

«L’esperienza —il potere dire “c’ero anche io” e conservarne il ricordo indelebile— è qualcosa che vale più di mille souvenir» sottolineano gli specialisti del tour operator specializzato nel soddisfare i viaggiatori più esigenti, quelli che non si accontentano di una semplice vacanza ma vogliono arricchire i loro viaggi con esperienze uniche che li pongano in contatto con la realtà autentica dei luoghi visitati.

Contrariamente agli operatori “classici”, Vamonos-Vacanze.it è riuscita a costruirsi una nicchia di mercato puntando proprio sull’esperienzialità delle sue proposte e sulla socializzazione. «Applicando un rigoroso “protocollo esperienza” perché la vacanza deve essere soprattutto una vacanza emozionante» precisa il tour operator.

Insomma Vamonos-Vacanze.it punta tutto sulla condivisione, sull’empatia e sulle «vacanze esperienziali» che facilitano la conoscenza di gente nuova. L’ideale anche per i gruppi di amici che vogliono partire insieme o per chi è solo e vuole fare nuove conoscenze e —perché no— trovare anche l’amore.

«D’altra parte lo scopo del viaggio è quello di aprire la mente ma anche il cuore ed in questo noi siamo maestri» concludono gli ideatori di Vamonos-Vacanze.it, il tour operator numero uno in Italia per i viaggi di gruppo.

Le destinazioni più ambite? Dallo studio del tour operator emergono alcune conferme come la tendenza ormai consolidata nel tempo di rimanere in Italia, scelta che riguarda —secondo questo ultimo sondaggio— il 54% dei vacanzieri, orientati al momento prevalentemente sulla Puglia che conquista il primo posto con il 14,5% delle preferenze, sulla Sicilia (11,5%) e sulla Sardegna (11%). E poi ancora sull’Emilia-Romagna (10,5%) e la Toscana (10%), tutte regioni dove Vamonos-Vacanze.it ha le sue roccaforti.

Ma una grande percentuale di italiani non rinuncerà alle mete esotiche: il 7,5% opterà per il lungo raggio quale Bahamas, Madagascar, Maldive, Mauritius, Seychelles e Thailandia.

Il 22,5% prediligerà mete a corto e medio raggio, mentre il 10% le crociere, come quelle che Vamonos-Vacanze.it organizza durante tutto l’anno insieme ad MSC a Dubai e negli Emirati Arabi, ma anche in Francia, Spagna e Grecia.

Nella wish-list anche il Messico e Miami, ma sono soprattutto i giovanissimi a volere l’America. La maggior parte (65%) dei ragazzi della «generazione Z» (nativi digitali, under-27) vorrebbe infatti organizzare durante il 2024 un viaggio proprio a Miami o comunque negli Usa.

La tendenza è invece per le mete esotiche nella maggior parte della «generazione Y». Il 58% dei millennial —definiti anche come generation next, net generation oppure anche echo boomer— preferisce infatti il mare fuori dai confini nazionali.

Poi ancora, la «X generation» (41-56enni) predilige le crociere (52%) ed il 63% dei «baby boomer» (57 anni ed oltre) preferisce infine rimanere al mare in Italia.

Vamonos-Vacanze.it ha infine stilato una top-10 dei Paesi esteri più desiderati del 2024 per un soggiorno breve o per una vacanza più lunga. Il ranking della wish-list che ne risulta —ammettendo risposte multiple— è il seguente: 1) Emirati Arabi (76%), 2) Egitto (75%), 3) Stati Uniti (73%), 4) Messico (69%), 5) Spagna (65%), 6) Marocco (63%), 7) Grecia (60%), 8) Thailandia (48%), 9) Brasile (47%) e 10) Giordania (45%).

Ma niente vacanze sdraiati al sole, con Vamonos-Vacanze.it solo viaggi-esperienza: l’ideale anche per i gruppi di amici che vogliono partire insieme o per chi è solo e vuole fare nuove conoscenze e (perché no?) trovare anche l’amore.

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Xiaomi has quickly escalated as one of the most popular brands in the Indian scene after making quite a splash in the smartphone market. Redmi phones perfectly speak to a large audience as it brings incredible specifications at jaw-dropping prices making high-end phones affordable to users. Xiaomi Phones have further gained a sound footing on Indian soil with its flash sales which are always record-breaking.

Even a person from a lower middle-class family can easily afford a Mi phone in India. That’s the beauty of the brand. 

For every budget segment, the brand offers a lot of options. 

Luckily, under the 20000 INR segment, the Xiaomi brand has many smartphone options.

So, if you want to purchase premium quality yet feature-rich best Mi phones under 20000 Rs. in India, here I am suggesting a list of the 15 best Mi Phones in the price segment, which you can try to experience better times while using your phone.

Mi brand smartphones are one of the best-selling Android smartphones in the Indian market. 

There are so many reasons to list behind the success of Mi phones’ highest number of sales, but a major reason is that the phones under the MI brand are super affordable.

You must spend around 40,000+ INR to buy a smartphone with the most premium features from other brands i.e. Samsung. But you can get a phone with the same premium features in the MI brand for just under 20,000 INR in India.

Undoubtedly, Mi is the #1 smartphone brand in India. Let’s get started.

List of 15 Best Mi Phones Under 20000 in IndiaXiaomi Redmi Note 12

Redmi Note 12 is the latest Redmi version, yet Xiaomi’s best phone under 20000 in India. 

The smartphone is fully packed with powerful features. If you want to purchase a Redmi phone under 18000 INR range, go for it.

While most other smartphone brands offer 30,000+ INR in India for AMOLED display mobiles, the Xiaomi brand sells the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 for just under 18000.

Specifications:

5000 mAh battery with 33-watt fast charging support13 MP front camera Type C connectivity for quick chargingDual SIM both tray supports 5GXiaomi Mi 11 Lite

The smartphone model from the Mi brand initially launched for 24,999 INR, but now it is available under the 20,000 INR segment.

The Mi new phone under the 20000 model is available in three classic color options: Jazz Blue, Vinyl Black, and Tuscany Coral.

Xiaomi Mi 11 lite runs on Android version 11 and can get upgrades to new Android versions. If you are ok with a 4G connection, then Mi Lite by Xiaomi is the best choice for you in 2023. Unfortunately, the smartphone is not packed with the 5G cellular option.

Specifications:

Available in 6GB and 12 GB RAM optionsQualcomm Snapdragon 732G Processor6.55 Full HD displayTriple rear camera for capturing your best momentsXiaomi Redmi Note 9

As you may be aware the Redmi Note series is performing well in the Indian smartphone market, so the mi mobile phone brand regularly releases new versions of the Redmi Note series.

Even though the Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 is not the latest model in 2023, it still gets a good amount of sales on marketplace websites like Amazon.

The Redmi Note 9 is the best option if you are searching for the best Redmi mobile 15000 to 20000 budget.

Specifications:

48 MP Quad camera4GB RAMWeights just only 199 gramsHigh-performance Helio G85 processorRedmi Note 11 Pro

The Redmi Note Pro version has more robust features than the regular version.

Not only for the features, the specific Redmi smartphone under 20000 has become too popular among customers for its three attractive color options. Start Bue, Phantom White, and Stealth Black are the color options in the smartphone.

The phone’s display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5. Mainly, the 1200 nits brightness given in the phone model provides users with the best picture and video quality and offers a smoother viewing experience.

The best Redmi mobile under 20000 gets 50% charge in less than 15 minutes as it is packed with a 67-watt charger that supports fast charging.

Specifications:

Dual stereo speakersMediatek Helio G96 SoC processorLiquid cool technology for keeping the phone always cool8MP ultra wide-sensor cameraRedmi Note 11T

After the grand success of the Redmi Note 11 and Redmi Note 11 Pro, the brand launched the T series in the Redmi Note 11 model and named Redmi Note 11T, which was first available in October 2021.

The Redmi Note 11T is One of the reasonable choices for those looking for Redmi phones under 20k. The smartphone model has two different RAM variants, 6 GB and 8 GB. 

Also, you have two options to choose from when it comes to the Phone’s internal memory. One is 64 GB, and the other is 128 GB. 

A significant factor about the Redmi best mobile under 20000 is that it supports 5G.

Specifications:

33 Watt Pro fast chargingRuns on Android 11 OS combined with MIUI 12.56.6 inches Full HD display3.5 mm headphone jackRedmi Note 10S

If you do not want smartphones with a Snapdragon processor and looking for some other alternative processors, try Redmi Note 10S, as it is packed with a Mediatek Helio G95 processor.

The mi phone 15000 to 20000 range is an exclusive launch for gaming lovers. The MediaTek Helio G95 processor has HyperEngine game technology which performs better than other technologies while playing games.

Specifications:

AMOLED dot display13 MP front camera with a portrait lensStorage expandable up to 512 GB with a dedicated memory card slotSide mounted fingerprintRedmi Note 10 Pro Max

One of the most advanced featured Redmi mobile phones under 20000 is Redmi Note 10 Pro Max. The phone looks impressive and heavily premium in terms of built quality.

Pro cameras have maximum smoothness, so the phone model is mainly called Pro Max. 

If you are a YouTuber or planning to start a YouTube channel any time soon, you may try the Redmi Note 10 Pro Max, as the phone has Vlog Mode in which you can shoot the best content on the go.

Specifications:

16.9 cm 120 Hz Super AMOLED displayThe 3D curved frosted glass backFast-charging battery by which you can charge up to 59% in just 30 minutesDedicated 2 MP depth sensorXiaomi Redmi Note 10 Lite

Performance master is the tagline of the Redmi phone under 18000. The brand MI has not just added the tag just for the sake, Redmi Note 10 Lite is, without a doubt, a performance master.

The 48-megapixel wide primary camera has been used in the phone with different modes for better photo and video capturing. The mode includes Night Mode, Pro Color, Selfie Night, and Pro Video.

Specifications:

LCD multi-touch capacitive touchscreenFour different Quad rear cameras 3 with 3 MP and one with a massive 48 MPNano-coating technology to prevent the little drops of watersRedmi Note 11

If you cannot afford Redmi 15000 to 20000 budget range smartphones, then Redmi Note 11 is what I can suggest for you. 

You can get the phone for just under 13000 INR in India. Even though the smartphone is available for less than 15k INR, I prefer to add the Xiaomi phones under the 20000 list because it has some unbelievable features in such a price range.

Specifications:

FHD+ AMOLED DisplayQualcomm Snapdragon 680-6nm processor13 MP front cameraXiaomi Redmi 11 Prime 5G

Another feature-rich phone in the Redmi phone under the 18000 segment, the Xiaomi Redmi 11 Prime with 5G cellular technology, is a better choice for those who are looking to get 5G phones in an affordable price range.

The phone has recently got a good price cut as you can get it for under 14k in India. The Redmi smartphone is the best camera phone under 20000 in India as it is packed with a massive 50 MP AI dual camera to click better photographs.

Specifications:

FHD+ AdaptiveSync display18-watt fast charging supportGorilla glass protectionRedmi Note 11S

One of the stylish Redmi mobiles in the 15000 to 20000 range, the Redmi Note 11S is packed with a 108 MP AI Quad camera that can seamlessly capture the best quality photos.

If you have been using any other smartphone for a while and looking forward to getting the latest Redmi mobile under 20000 in India, try the Redmi Note 11S, as you will get additional discounts when you exchange your old phone while purchasing the smartphone.

Specifications:

33W charger included in the box90 Hz FHD AMOLED displayMediaTek Helio G96 Octa-core processorXiaomi Redmi 10 Power

The Xiaomi Redmi 10 Power launched for 19,000 INR in India, as the phone has all the features worth 19,000 INR. But now, surprisingly, the brand has given a price cut of almost 7000 INR. That’s huge. You can now get it for under the 12,000 INR range. 

I feel it’s worth adding to my list of best mi phones under the 20000 range. The most affordable redmi phone mode is available in sporty orange and power black colors.

Specifications:

8GB Ram with 128 GB storageSnapdragon 680 processor6000 mAh large batteryXiaomi 11i

The smartphone is currently available in a purple mist color that looks amazing, and the entire phone style is very sleeky.

Xiaomi 11i is packed with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. Massive storage space is more than enough to manage all your phone data, such as documents, photos, apps, and videos.

Specifications:

Android Version 11.0Display 6.5 inches5G cellular technologyAMOLED displayRedmi Note 11 SE

The smartphone comes with a 64 MP Quad camera on the back with three other cameras in Megapixels 8, 2, and 2. 

The mobile phone model has 64 GB in-built storage. If you want more storage, there is an expandable memory card slot in which you can insert a memory card of up to 512 GB.

Redmi Note 11SE is packed with a MediaTek Helio G95 octa-core processor, which is the best choice for those who love playing heavy games on their smartphones.

Specifications:

Four cameras on the back13 MP front camera4G cellular technologyIt runs on the Android 11.0 versionConclusion

In this blog article, I have crafted a list of India’s best MI phones under 20000. 

So, if you want to explore Xiaomi phones under 20k in a single page, make use of the post, read specifications, check the phones’ Amazon prices, and choose one according to your requirements and budget level.

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Dummy units for Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6 have today posed for a rather extensive photoshoot, which lets us look at them from pretty much all angles. It’s not like we haven’t seen the Fold6 and Flip6 before, but an extra perspective is always welcome, and these dummy units provide us with just that.

Or maybe they’re prototypes. The source of these shots continuously uses “dummy units” and “prototypes” interchangeably like they’re synonyms. They’re not. Dummy units are devoid of innards and accurately reflect the final product (that’s the whole point of their existence after all), while prototypes certainly do have their innards, but are subject to changes and improvements across the development cycle. Since the source of these images is so confused, we can’t be sure what we’re looking at either.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold6 dummy units

If these are dummy units that means the design should be what we see in the final products. If they’re prototypes, it would have been helpful to know what stage in the development cycle these were made at – the later they come, the more similar they should be to the final products.

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 dummy units

Anyway, the designs showed here are nothing surprising for Samsung foldable devices, the Korean company definitely doesn’t seem willing to make any major changes to this line. That makes the designs feel rather boring, but the upside (for Samsung at least) is that they’re also very recognizable, since it’s been using the same design language for a few years now.

The Galaxy Z Fold6 and Galaxy Z Flip6 are expected to become official on July 10 in Paris at Samsung’s next Unpacked event, alongside the Galaxy Watch7, Galaxy Watch Ultra, and Galaxy Buds 3.

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De afgelopen maanden is het aantal klachten over de vingerafdruksensor van de Samsung Galaxy A55 gestaag gegroeid. Dat het toestel al bijna twee maanden geen updates ontving helpt hier niet bij.

Galaxy A55 met trage vingerafdruksensor

Al vrij snel na het verschijnen van Samsung’s ‘mid-range topmodel’ van dit jaar – de Galaxy A55 – doken de eerste gebruikers op die de vingerafdruksensor wat traag of onnauwkeurig vonden. Maar op ons redactionele toestel werkt de sensor in de Galaxy A55 eigenlijk zoals je kunt verwachten in deze prijsklasse: niet zo snel als de ultrasone vingerscanner van de Galaxy S-serie, maar zeker vlot genoeg voor prettig dagelijks gebruik.

Toch is de afgelopen tijd het aantal klachten gegroeid, zoals ook onze vrienden van Sammobile opmerken. Zij verwijzen bijvoorbeeld naar Samsung’s Amerikaanse forum waar de klachten zich opstapelen.

Het probleem lijkt hand in hand te gaan met een ander probleem dat ook in Europa de Galaxy A55 plaagt: al sinds eind april kreeg de telefoon geen updates meer. Wie dus geplaagd wordt door een traag werkende sensor heeft dus al bijna twee maanden geen updates meer ontvangen die verbetering hadden kunnen brengen.

Normaal gesproken kunnen bugs in de software van een telefoon vrij vlot verholpen worden – zeker als het om een toestel gaat dat iedere maand nieuwe updates krijgt. Of beter gezegd: zou moeten krijgen. Zoals de Galaxy A55. Maar dat gebeurt dus niet, om redenen die ons niet bekend zijn. Op dit moment draait de A55 nog op de security patch van april, en wacht nog op nieuwere beveiligingsupdates.

De oplossing?

Mits er geen grote problemen met de hardware zelf zijn zou een update de werking duidelijk kunnen verbeteren. Maar dan moet die update dus wel komen. Op dit moment test Samsung een nieuwe firmware voor de Galaxy A55, maar wij durven niet te zeggen wanneer deze daadwerkelijk zal worden aangeboden.

Eventueel kun je wel de volgende ‘truc’ proberen om te kijken of deze de werking verbetert:

Ga op je Galaxy A55 naar het menu Instellingen en kies daar Apps.
Tik nu rechts naast de tekst ‘Je apps‘ op het pijltje dat naar beneden wijst en zet de schakelaar Systeem-apps weergeven aan.
Zoek de app Biometrie en kies deze.
Tik op Batterij en selecteer vervolgens de optie Onbeperkt, zodat de biometrie-functies altijd direct de volle prestaties van het toestel kunnen vragen.

In sommige gevallen zorgt dit voor een duidelijk sneller werkende sensor, al kan het voor een wat hoger energieverbruik zorgen.

Bovendien: als je gezichtsherkenning gebruikt, kijk dan wat er gebeurt als je deze uitschakelt. In sommige gevallen zorgt dit ook voor een verbetering van de werkingssnelheid. Dat is natuurlijk geen echte oplossing, maar mogelijk is dit tenminste een tijdelijke hulp.

Zorgen deze tips op jouw Galaxy A55 voor een beter werkende vingerscanner? Of maakt het voor de trage werking niets uit? Laat het hieronder even weten – wijzelf kunnen het op ons toestel niet checken omdat de scanner geen last heeft van de hierboven beschreven bug.

Uiteraard melden wij het zodra een nieuwe update beschikbaar is voor de Galaxy A55.