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Varun Krishnan

From smart phones to smart watches, we bring you the latest gizmo updates this week 

Motorola launches Moto Z

Motorola has launched the much awaited Moto Z phones in India. The Moto Z is the world's thinnest smartphone currently in the market and is just 5.2mm thick. You don't compromise on features and you get a 5.5 inch Quad HD AMOlED display, Snapdragon 820 processor, 4GB of RAM, 64GB of built-in storage, 13MP / 5MP cameras and a 2600mAh battery with TurboCharging which promises 7 hours of usage with just 15 minutes of charging. If you don't mind a slightly thicker phone and want better battery life, the Moto Z Play packs a massive 3500mAh battery promising up to 45 hours of battery life. The MotoMods are swappable modules priced between Rs.5999 and Rs.19999 which you can attach to the new Moto Z phones and extend their functionality. Mods available in India include the JBl® SoundBoost Speaker, Hasselblad True Zoom Camera, Instashare Projector and IncipiooffGRIDtm Power Pack. The Moto Z will retail for Rs.39999 and Moto Z Play will be available for Rs.24999. Users can either buy the MotoMods separately or along with the phone in a bundle and avail discounted pricing.

Fossil Q Android Wear smartwatches launched in India

Fossil the fashion brand has entered the wearables market in India with the launch of its Android Wear Smartwatches. The Q Marshal smartwatch for men features a 1.4 inch circular touch screen and offer WiFi, Bluetooth, 4GB of onboard storage and is rated IP67 for water and dust resistance.The Q Wander sport is aimed at women at offers similar features including a 360mAh battery. The Fossil Q Wander is priced at Rs.21995 for Steel and light brown variant while the Rose Gold variant is priced at Rs.22995.The Q Marshal in Silver, Black and Dark Brown is priced at Rs. 21,995.Both the watches can be charged wirelessly and are compatible with Android devices and iPhones and will be available on Flipkart and Amazon.

TCl launches new Televisions in India

TCl has launched its full range of 4K Ultra HD and Full HD TVs exclusively on Amazon India. As part of a Diwali offer, the TCl 49 inch Full HD P1 Smart TV running  Android will be available for Rs.31990 and the TCl 49 inch Full HD D2900 will be available for Rs.27990. Both the TVs feature Smart Volume which automatically adjusts volume preventing sudden sound fluctuations when switching channels or during advertisements.