Sandesh Bhosle, Author at Exhibit Tech

Top OTT Shows of 2022

Cubicles S2

Where to watch – Sony LIV

Hope you’ve already experienced the simplicity of storytelling with the second season of TVF’s Cubicles. Just like its name, the series takes us through fundamental ironies that exist in every corporate employee’s life. The lighthearted series attaches you with its characters, especially to the lead, portrayed by Piyush Prajapati, as he struggles to strike a work-life balance.

Rocket Boys

Where to watch – Sony LIV

Sony LIV came out from the shadow and fetched the limelight with Scam 1992, but since then, nothing much appreciable has been released on the platform. With the release of Rockey Boys, which depicts the efforts of Indian scientists Dr Homi J Bhabha and Dr Vikram Sarabhai, the drought ended as the series became one of the most viewed OTT shows of 2022.

Panchayat S2

Where to watch – Amazon Prime

TVF has a knack for creating shows that stay with us for a long time, and Panchayat is one of the best from them. The 2nd season of the show continues from where it left off and takes us into the happening life of people from Phulera town. The show makes you laugh as well as cry, and you will only end up relating with every character while saying, “Dekh raha hain Binod?”

Hostel Daze S3

Where to watch – Amazon Prime

Add engineering to anything, and it will never disappoint you. Hostel Daze is a series based on engineering students’ life in a hostel and is known for maintaining its quality content. The third season of the show depicts the story of the guys entering into the third year of engineering, and with the cleaver one-liners, even without Adarsh Gaurav, it manages to hit the sweet spot.

Modern Love: Mumbai

Where to watch – Amazon Prime

Modern Love: Mumbai is the counterpart chapter based on the popular American anthology Modern Love: New York. When they decided to add Mumbai to the title, beautiful chaos automatically entered the storyline. The anthology series illustrates six love stories in the city, and in the end, they all merge into one, of course, in the final episode of the show.

Stranger Things S4

Where to watch – Netflix

What we believe is numbers, and if you look at the numbers, the 4th season of the sci-fi horror show Stranger Things is the best of all. Over the years, along with the audience, the characters have become more mature, overcoming some stereotypes they would’ve been associated with in the previous seasons. The season will go down in history, especially for the acting.

Wednesday

Where to watch – Netflix

The coming-of-age supernatural horror comedy is all about Wednesday Addams, a teenage girl who struggles to connect with her schoolmates due to her cold and emotionless personality. The protagonist, Wednesday, played by Jenna Ortega, with psychic powers, single-handedly saves the show with her brilliant performance.

1899

Where to watch – Netflix

Another mindblowing show from the creators of one of the greatest web series of all time, Dark. The horror mystery show with a sci-fi edge takes place on a passenger ship, where people from different countries are on board, along with at least one hidden secret. The series shows a lot of time travel, flashbacks, creepy children and secret portals, which forces you to binge-watch.

Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story

Where to watch – Netflix

We have seen many movies and shows depicting the story of the serial killer, but Dahmer stands right at the top as the series shows the most accurate rendition of what happened. The show is based on the life of a serial killer, Jeffery Dahmer, beautifully portrayed by Evan Peters not only shows how he did it but dives deep into the whys and creates a surge of dread in your spine.

The Boys S3

Where to watch – Amazon Prime

Nothing to say about The Boys Season 3, it’s the only OTT show we’ve included in the list, and most of you must have already watched it. If you haven’t, grab a bowl of popcorn this weekend and finish it as soon as possible. The show is developed by Eric Kripke for Amazon Prime Video and will satisfy you as it shows the dark and political side of the superheroes.

Top 7 Smartwatches of 2022

Smartwatches have finally reached the point where they can proudly call themselves SMART. Thanks to the more advanced features like displaying smartphone notifications, call and text message support, wellness tracking, monitoring your heart rate, etc.

Today, people buy smartwatches according to their needs and likes, unlike in the initial years, when people preferred smartwatches for the vivid experience and as a smart-looking alternative to traditional watches. However, over the years, one question stayed with every buyer. Which one should I buy?

Apple Watch Series 8

Apple Watch Series 8 is the best smartwatch out there at current times. It arrives with many new features like temperature sensing for sleep and ovulation estimates, crash detection, first responders when you’re in a crash, WR50 water resistance and new advanced workout metrics.

Sizes: 41mm and 45mm

Display: 1.9″ LTPO OLED, 484 x 396 pixels (~326 ppi density)

Swim-Proof: Yes

Heart Rate Monitor: Yes

LTE: Optional

Compatibility: iOS

Battery Life: 308 mAh

Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro is one of the most loved Android smartwatches, thanks to its large battery and attractive design. The smartwatch runs on a Google Wear OS 3 powered by Samsung and has many similar features to the Apple Series 8 watch.

Size: 45mm

Display: 1.40″ Super AMOLED, 450x450px resolution, 9:9 aspect ratio, 321ppi

Processor: Exynos W920 Dual-Core 1.18GHz

Compatibility: Android

Battery Life: 590 mAh

Fitbit Versa 3

If you’re looking for a fitness-friendly budget smartwatch with a minimalistic design, then Fitbit Versa 4 would be the best option for you. The smartwatch features the best step tracker in the market, 40+ exercise modes, reliable sleep-tracking, and other perks available via Fitbit Premium.

Size: 40mm

GPS: Yes

Swim-Proof: Yes

Heart Rate Monitor: Yes

LTE: No

Compatibility: iOS, Android

Battery Life: 6+ days

Apple Watch Ultra

By looking at the name and price tag, you must have understood that Apple Watch Ultra smartwatch is only for some. The highly rugged watch is specifically designed for athletes and those who are into extreme sports. It has safety features like Emergency SOS and the Apple Watch Ultra’s Siren.

Size: 49mm

GPS: Yes

LTE: Optional

Swim-Proof: Yes

Mobile Payments: Apple Pay

Battery Life: 36 hours

Google Pixel Watch

Google’s first-ever smartwatch arrives with a unique design and feels great on hand. The compact, light and comfortable watch is packed with loads of great tech and works brilliantly. The watch is best for fitness enthusiasts and Fitbit fans, but it does like a few necessary features.

Size: 41mm

Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0, Wi-Fi, NFC, GPS, LTE (optional)

Compatibility: Android 8.0 or higher

Storage: 32GB

Water resistance: 5 ATM

Battery life: 24 hours

Apple Watch (SE) 2022

With expensive smartwatches, Apple launched one budget-friendly smartwatch, the second-generation Apple Watch SE. The lightweight watch features an upgraded processor from the previous model and improved real-world battery life. The SE watch is the best Apple Watch option for most iPhone users.

Sizes: 40mm, 44mm

Colours: Midnight, Starlight, Silver

Connectivity: Cellular (optional), Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, U1, NFC, GPS

Waterproof: Up to 50 meters

Sensors: Heart rate

Battery life: 18 hours

Garmin Venu 2 Plus

The Garmin Venu 2 Plus is one of the most well-rounded smartwatches on the market. The sports-focused smartwatch has a bright AMOLED touchscreen, features preloaded workouts with animations, onboard music storage, sleep score, hiking and climbing workout modes.

Size: 43mm

Display: Touchscreen AMOLED

Durability: 5 ATM

Compatibility: iOS, Android

Battery life: 9 days (8 hours GPS)

Review / Sony WH-1000XM5 – The Good Gets BETTER!

Sony has been nailing the art of perfection since they launched WH-1000X series headphones in 2016. The 6-year-old flagship active noise cancelling (ANC) headphone series is one of the most loved and has helped the company to stay one step ahead of the competition. I spent 2-weeks getting to know the recently released Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones and realised why they’re referred to as one of the best in the segment.

Design

The WH-1000XM5 headphones are the first one in the series to receive a complete redesign, and the company has named them as a noiseless design. The slimmer and lightweight headphones are way too attractive than their predecessors. The earcups are in a flattened dome shape and can swivel sideways, while the hinge of the headband is hidden. Along with the headphones, the case also looks classy and can be flattened to half when empty.

Comfort

The earcups are made of recycled soft-fit leather padding, but they no longer collapse inwards within the headband like their predecessors, which is not quite welcome. The headphones have wide padding to accommodate all types of ears, which means anyone can wear them for hours without feeling irritated. The left earcup has two physical buttons: a power button and another to switch ANC modes like ANC, ANC off, or Ambient sound modes.

Controls

Input (touchpad) > Action

Swipe up > Volume up
Swipe down > Volume down
Swipe forward > Track forward
Swipe back > Trackback
Hold (centre) > Voice assistant
Double tap centre> Pause/resume
Cup hand > Ambient sound passthrough

Connection

You can connect the Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones to your source device via Bluetooth or TRS cable and can charge the headphones by plugging into the USB-C port, which is at the bottom of the right ear. To get the most out of these headphones for your phone, you must get the Sony Headphones Connect App (iOS/Android). The app is required for features like ANC optimisation, 360 Reality Audio, a custom equaliser and, of course, to get updates.

Audio Quality & Noise Cancelling

The headphones feature a single 30mm driver instead of 40mm like its predecessor, which made us think we would lose the signature dynamism of the WH line. Thankfully, they sound as good as the WH-1000XM4s, but not better for sure. The headphones support SBC, AAC, and LDAC codecs over Bluetooth. The sound of the WH-1000XM5 headphones is dominated by strong bass but fails lavishly when it comes to delivering premium audio quality.

The ANC of the XM5 headphone is one of the best in the market and will make sure you have a great music experience. Compared to the previous generations, XM5 offer better performance in the low end and can easily beat its competitors, such as Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 and Bose QuietComfort 45. I have used them at all the noisy places like local trains, busy streets etc., and they outperform everywhere as they drop off unwanted sounds by around 30 dB.

Microphone

The WH-1000XM5 headphones feature 8 microphones, double that of its predecessor XM4, and in terms of performance, they are impressive. The XM5 headphones arrive with an AI noise rejection algorithm, so you don’t have to think twice before receiving a call in noisy outdoors. The headphones offer good voice quality, and your callers can hear you clearly. There are some glitches in the headphones, which Sony could fix in a software update.

Battery Life

The company has claimed the headphones have a battery life of up to 30 hours with ANC enabled and up to 40 hours with noise cancelling switched off. In our testing, the headphones lasted slightly longer than advertised in both cases, with ANC enabled and disabled. The battery life is enough for a week whether you commute for 2+ hours daily or take 3+ long-haul flights. The headphones provide about 3 hours of playback in just 3-minutes of charge.

Verdict

The Sony WH-1000XM5 headphones are going to be a memorable purchase and a remarkable experience if you’re someone who travels a lot, be it commuting to work or taking several work flights. We know they are expensive, and investing ₹34,990 on headphones would be too much to gamble on, but you can’t forget the reality that they’re one of the best ANC headphones on the market.

Straight from the audiophile’s mouth – Top 5 Headphones of 2022

Sony WH-1000XM5

The over-ear, closed-back, and wireless Sony WH-1000XM5 are labelled as the 2022’s best noise-cancelling headphones, and we couldn’t agree more. The fifth generation of the 1000X series headphones might feel slightly less premium than before, but it delivers the finest sound quality in the segment. The WH-1000XM5 last around 30 hours with noise-cancelling switched on and around 40 hours when ANC is off.

Weight: 250 gms
Style: Over-Ear, Wireless
Noise Cancelling: Yes
Water/Sweat-Resistant: No
Battery Life: Up to 30 Hours

Bose QuietComfort 45

Everyone gets a call while listening to the music, and nobody likes to switch from headphones to a mic and if you are one of those people, add Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones to your cart. You can wear these lightweight Bose headphones throughout the day as they are exceptionally comfortable and has a 24-hour battery life.

Style: Over-Ear, Wireless
True Wireless: No
Connection Type: Bluetooth, Stereo 3.5mm
Water/Sweat-Resistant: No
Active Noise Cancellation: Yes

JBL Tune 660NC

We know not everyone can pay above the odds just to own a pair of headphones, and for such people, we have JBL Tune 660NC on our list. The Tune 660NC headphones are the best budget headphones under the tag of 10,000. They are budget headphones but will not disappoint you for sure as they’ve punchy sound, comfortable design, long-lasting battery and fantastic noise-cancelling features.

Weight: 168 gms
Style: On-Ear, Closed Back, Wireless
Noise Cancelling: Yes
Battery Life: Up to 44 Hours

Jabra Elite 45h

Another one priced under 10,000 but don’t judge it on the basis of its price. The Jabra Elite 45h are the best on-ear headphones for casual listeners. The Jabra Elite 45h lasts about 67 hours and is meant to accompany you anywhere. The lightweight on-ear headphones deliver the excellent audio quality, have intense mic clarity and a design that grabs a lot of attention.

Type: Supra-aural (on-ear) Wireless
True Wireless: No
Connection Type: Bluetooth
Water/Sweat-Resistant: No
Active Noise Cancellation: No

EPOS Audio H6PRO Acoustic Gaming Headset

We have covered one headphone in our list, designed specifically for gamers. The premium EPOS Audio H6PRO Acoustic Gaming Headset is the official audio partner of Cloud9 and delivers exceptional audio clarity. The lightweight headphones are designed to keep gamers away from the rest of the disturbing environment and have an awesome gaming experience.

Weight: 313 gms
Warranty: 2 years
Style: Over-Ear, Closed-Back, Wired (Also available in Open-Back)
Noise Cancelling: Yes
Battery Life: N/A

Sneak Peak – Top Sneakers of 2022

Hey, sneakerheads! We hope you all are taking good care of your sneakers and brightening up your shoe rack (cupboard, in some cases), no matter how crowded it becomes. Sneakers are not only limited to sneakerheads, as they are made to spread joy, and even a non-sneakerhead can have them in their rack.

The sad thing about loving sneakers is that the sneakers you are planning to buy might run out of stock if you don’t buy them when you see them first. Also, one can not compile the list of top 10 sneakers as the market they’re in is pretty sneaky, and after every launch, you’ll fall for a new one. To date, these 10 are the best sneakers.

Nike Blazer Low ‘77 Jumbo – ₹8,595

Nike Blazers were originally designed as basketball shoes but have earned the status of street-smart shoes in the last few years. The iconic sneakers are all-time classics and offer you a cool look. The shoes feature an oversized Swoosh design, jumbo laces and thicker stitching and allow you to slay in an old-school look.

Nike Waffle One SE – ₹9,695

Inspiration can come from anywhere. The designer of the Nike Waffle, Bill Bowerman, sewed the waffle sole to a pair of running shoes after getting inspired by a breakfast waffle iron and then offered the shoes to the runners, who ran like a rabbit. Since then, the Waffle franchise has become a favourite for runners as it offers a stunning appearance and good running properties.

Adidas Retropy F2 – ₹8,999

What happens when your sneakers offer a retro vibe with a modern design? You stay one step ahead. The Adidas Retropy F2 have taken inspiration from classic ’80s running styles and upped the game with a fresh design. The supremely comfortable sneakers are techie and available in various futuristic colours that take cues from gaming consoles.

Puma PWRFRAME OP-1 Nature Knit – ₹11,999

Quite a long name for a sneaker, right? The Puma PWRFRAME OP-1 sneakers stand out in the crowd as they have progressive design and futuristic 3D embroidery. The cutting-edge sneakers are inspired by elements of street style and tech culture. If you’re into football by weekends, these sneakers could be your best companion as they’re developed for the football pitch.

Adidas Adizero Boston 11 – ₹13,999

Adidas Adizero Boston 11 arrives with a maximal stack height and a firmer uptempo trainer. The shoes are best suited for workouts and people who love a firm ride while taking medium to long-distance running. The sneakers are made of recycled materials and bring a race-day feel to training with a propulsive feel from ENERGYRODS.

Top 3 Sneakers for Women

Nike Dunk High – ₹9,295

How could you ignore the ‘80s basketball icon? The classic hoops design sneakers return with crisp leather on the upper ages, retro colours, and foam midsole that offers lightweight and responsive cushioning. In short, they match any outfit.

Puma Mayze Breaking News Sneakers – ₹8,999

The Puma Mayze Breaking News Sneakers are made for the hype girls and draw inspiration from the ‘90s basketball and soccer culture. The sneakers arrive with a luxurious leather upper, sleek suede overlays and have a double PUMA formstrip to double up your PUMA love.

Nike Air Max 90 – ₹10,795

The most comfortable retro runners are here! The Air Max 90 sneakers arrive with an attractive design and have a thick, wedge-shaped midsole which adds about 3 cm to your actual height. Go for it if you are a fan of music and culture.

Luxury is in the AIR

Nike Zoom Mercurial Superfly 9 Elite FG – ₹24,995

With the ongoing FIFA 2022, many football fanatics and even non-fanatics will surely try their legs (in this particular case) at the game. They are loaded with a Nike Air Zoom unit in the heel for the best comfort. The football sneakers from Nike are available in flamboyant colours, and one can even customise them according to their choice.

Stop and Smell the Roses – Top 5 Unexplored Travel Destinations in India

Another year is about to lapse, and if you haven’t spent your leaves yet, it’s time to shoot a mail to your boss. Since the era of the influencer has arrived, people have started visiting unexplored places, and that’s the reason we’re running out of places now. However, being a citizen of such a vast country, even if we have 9-lives, it wouldn’t be enough for us to explore every corner of the country. So, do your bit and get that leave approved to visit a few before the year-end.

Junagadh, Gujarat

You might have heard about Hyderabad’s decision to remain an independent country after the partition of India and Pakistan in 1947. Besides Hyderabad, a few more kingdoms wanted to stay independent, and ‘Junagadh’ was one of them. Before acceding to India, the princely state (now a part of Gujarat, India) was ruled by various dynasties. No doubt, it s often referred to as a cosmopolitan city.

Junagadh is situated at the foot of the Girnar Hills and is one of the most beautiful cities in Gujarat state. The city is well connected with the rest of the major cities of Gujarat, has a railway junction and has the nearest airport about 86 kms away – the Porbandar Airport. The historically rich city has many places to attract tourists’ attention – Somnath Temple, Girnar, Uparkot Fort, Jama Masjid, Mahabat Maqbara, Asoka’s Rock Edicts, and Darbar Hall Museum.

Kapurthala, Punjab

Slaves of the crown ruled our people for about 200 years, but during their rule, they built various humongous structures throughout India, which we cherish even today. The Gateway of India, the Parliament building, the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus, the Victoria Memorial, and the Bombay high court are a few of the top-notch examples of the British Gothic style of architecture and Indo-Saracenic architecture.

Kapurthala is a city in Punjab; it was once a princely state in British India and is recognised as a city of palaces. Besides British Gothic, the least populated city of India is home to several French and Spanish architecture-inspired buildings, palaces, and monuments. The city is well-connected with roadways, railways and even has an airport about 75 kms away, located at Amritsar. Kapurthala is a place where you can enjoy your vacations blissfully in the arms of heritage buildings.

Damro, Arunachal Pradesh

The northeast region of India is the most unexplored in India. The region is blessed by mother nature and away from all the hustle and bustle we usually find in metro cities. Arunachal Pradesh is a state which often gets neglected as the other six sisters are more popular amongst tourists. No doubt, it has more unexplored places. The state is popularly known as the land of the dawn-lit mountains and where the sun rises.

Damro village serves as the starting point for Arunachal Pradesh’s longest hanging bridge and is one of the best places to start your journey in Arunachal Pradesh. The town, with its thatched cane houses, suspension bridges, not-so-wild bison, and easygoing people, is a hidden path to heaven. The town has a small population of about 500 people, and the best way to reach Damro is by air (Pasighat Airport) as the nearest major railway station is about 232 kms away.

108 Mandala Top, Arunachal Pradesh

The state of Arunachal Pradesh already has hundreds of places to visit, and 108 Mandala Top is a new addition to its beauty. The place is located about 30 kms from Dirang, and to reach here, you have to be ready to deal with the bumpy rides, cold temperature and altitude. The beautiful place is relatively new (built in 2018) and has a series of 108 Buddhist stupas, each inscribed with the mantra ‘Om Mani Padme Hum’ – a first of its kind in India.

The 108 Stupas of the Mandala top have been built in a circle, and they’re very different in shape from the other stupas we find in Nepal and other parts of India. The place is not only popular for stupas but also for rare species of birds. The area around 108 Mandala Top is a paradise for bird watchers, and one can spot many birds here, along with a few migratory birds. The best way to get in here is by car, motorcycle or renting taxi from Dirang.

Haflong, Assam

Another one from north-east India, a region where lies the heaven. Haflong is surrounded by beautiful hills, gorgeous valleys, and scenic landscapes. It is the only hill station in Assam and a lovely place if you’re someone who likes to soak in nature. The place offers a peaceful getaway from the busy lifestyle, and it is one of the few places where you can enjoy a beautiful view from the balcony along with a hot cup of tea or coffee, whatever you prefer.

Haflong is often called the White Ant Hillock, maybe due to its lush greenery, beautiful lakes, mist-covered hills, streams, and waterfalls. Haflong lake is one of the most favoured picnic spots in Haflong, where you can have a quiet and memorable time with your loved ones. Jatinga – valley of death for birds or the Bermuda Triangle of Birds is 9-kms from Haflong, where you can experience the mysterious side of nature from close quarters.

Lamborghini’s BULL Connection and the list of top cars from the brand

Lamborghini was named after the founder’s surname, and its logo featured a bull, a reference to Ferruccio Lamborghini’s zodiac sign, Taurus, the bull. However, that’s not the only reason Ferruccio decided to go on with the bull logo. As a Taurus-born, he was more fascinated by bullfights, and in the early sixties, he spent some time with Don Eduardo Miura, a renowned breeder of Spanish fighting bulls in Seville.

The large, fierce, and cunning bulls from the Miura lineage have a fearsome reputation, and matadors could not dare turn their backs on them. These bulls have been referred to as individualists with strong personal characters. When Ferruccio learned about the characteristics of these bulls, he got impressed and decided to place the raging bull on the front of all his cars as an identity of the brand.

The early stable of the Lamborghini

Lamborghini 350 GT

The Lamborghini 350 GT was the first-ever production vehicle produced by Lamborghini. The car was well-received at the March 1964 Geneva auto show, which became the reason the company began the production of the car immediately in May 1964. The success of the Lamborghini 350 GT ensured the company’s survival, establishing it as a viable competitor with the sports car maker Ferrari.

The Lamborghini 350 GT was based on the earlier Lamborghini 350 GTV and originally fitted with Pirelli Cinturato 205VR15 tyres and had an all-aluminium alloy V12 engine mated to a five-speed ZF manual transmission. The car had an aluminium body, a Salisbury differential, four-wheel independent suspension, and vacuum servo-assisted Girling disc brakes all around.

Production – May 1964 – 1966 (120 built)

Designer – Carrozzeria Touring

Body Style – 2 door coupé

Engine – 3,464 cc (211.4 cu in) 60° aluminium V12 DOHC

Power output – 280 bhp and 325 Nm of torque

Transmission – 5-speed ZF manual[2]

Dimensions : Wheelbase – 2,550 mm, Width – 1,730 mm, Height – 1,220 mm

0 to 100 kms – in 7.5 seconds

Top speed – 249 kms/hour

Lamborghini 400 GT

In 1966, Lamborghini launched their first mid-engined supercar called the Miura, which featured a new V12 engine, which was then placed in the 350 GT, and so the Lamborghini 400 GT was born, with 2+2 seating with the revised roofline. The 400 GT 2+2 also had a Lamborghini-designed gearbox, with Porsche-style synchromesh on all gears, which greatly improved the drivetrain.

Production – May 1966 – 1968 (247 built)

Designer – Carrozzeria Touring

Body Style – 2 door coupé

Engine – 3,929 cc V12

Power output – 324 PS / 320 bhp / 239 kW @ 6500 rpm

Transmission – 5-speed manual

Dimensions: Wheelbase – 2,550 mm, Width – 1,727 mm, Height – 1,257 mm

0 to 100 kms – in 6.1 seconds

Top speed – 250 kms/hour

Lamborghini Miura

As mentioned above, Ferruccio Lamborghini was highly impressed with the Miura-bred bulls and decided to name his third car Miura after producing two cars with alphanumeric designations. The Miura car was a trendsetter, and with its high performance, it was a mid-engined sports car. At the time of the launch, it was the fastest production road car, with a top speed of 280 km/h.

The Miura was originally conceived by Lamborghini’s engineering team, which designed the car in its spare time against the wishes of the company founder. Ferruccio always favoured powerful yet sedate grand touring cars over the race car-derived machines produced by local rival Ferrari. However, he changed his mind when he got to see the result, and the rest is history.

Production – May 1966 – 1973 (764 built)

Designer – Marcello Gandini

Body Style – 2 door coupé

Engine – 3,929 cc V12

Power output – 385 PS / 380 bhp / 283 kW @ 7000 rpm

Transmission – 5-speed manual

Dimensions: Wheelbase – 2,500 mm, Length – 4,360 mm, Width – 1,760 mm, Height – 1,050 mm

0 to 100 kms – in 5.8 seconds

Top speed – 273 kms/hour

Lamborghini’s love for bulls never ends here; take a look at the cars and their bull connection –

1968 – Espada

The car was named after the sword that torero – the bullfighter, uses to kill the bull.

1968 – Islero

The car was named after a Miura bull Islero, who killed then-famous bullfighter Manolete.

1970 – Jarama

The car was named to recall the fighting bulls bred in the Jarama river area in Spain.

1972 – Urraco

The car was named after a line of Miura-bred fighting bulls, which translates to little bull.

2002 – Murciélago

The car was named after a bull called Murciélago, who was a fighting bull that survived a matador’s 28 sword strokes.

2003 – Gallardo

The car was named after a historic breed of fighting bulls called Gallardo. It was one of Lamborghini’s best-selling cars.

2012 – Aventador LP700-4

The car is named after an award-winning fighting bull, Aventador, who fought valiantly in the bull ring of Zaragoza, Spain, in 1993.

2015 – Huracan LP610-4

The name Huracán comes from a Spanish fighting bull from 1879 that was known for its ‘ outstanding courage and strong sense of attack’.

2018 – World’s 1st Super SUV, Urus

The name comes from the ancestor of modern domestic cattle, also known as the aurochs.

A little about the latest one, Lamborghini Urus

When Lamborghini launched Urus, everyone was awestruck and asked the same question, A Lamborghini SUV? Really? Yes, and not only that, over the last 5-years, the Urus has turned out to be a game-changer for the Italian carmaker. After many years of teasers and leaks, Lamborghini finally revealed their new 641 horsepower Urus 4×4, a car they called the ‘Super SUV’ in 2018.

Production – February 2018 to present

Designer – Filippo Perini ( concept ) & Mitja Borkert (production version)

Body Style – 5-door SUV

0 to 100 kms – in 3.6 seconds

Top speed – 305 kms/hour

The debut SUV from the house Lamborghini has become its best-selling model not only in India but globally. Until now, the company has launched three special variants of the car Urus Pearl Capsule, Urus ST-X and the most recent Urus Performante, which arrives with a drastic change in design and performance specifications compared to the previously launched special variants.

How Big is Lamborghini? – The outcome of revenge

How Big is Lamborghini? Big enough to get all the attention of the people passing by and fit persons as tall as 6’2″ with the exception of the Convertible Lamborghini Huracán. The company came into existence as a challenge and emerged within a short period as a luxury car maker that manufactures expensive cars that offers luxury style, high speed, and advanced technology.

If there was no Ferrari, there would be no Lamborghini

Ordinary people think only about how much they will hurt others in revenge, but very few people think first about how much they will benefit from revenge and then take steps. Ferruccio Lamborghini, the founder of Automobili Lamborghini, was one of the few. The visionary behind Lamborghini cars was born on 28th April 1916 in a farming family in Renazzo So Cento, Ferrera, Italy.

Since early childhood, he has been keenly interested in mechanical equipment used for farming rather than agriculture. Later on, when World War II was at its peak, Ferruccio was drafted into Italy’s Royal Air Force, where he served as a mechanic. He was posted at the Italian garrison on the island of Rhodes, an isolated area where he learned to repair broken-down cars, motorcycles and trucks with reused parts.

After the end of World War II, he was taken prisoner when the island fell to the Englishmen. He returned to his home after a year and opened a garage in Pieve di Cento. In 1947, he recognised the emerging market for farming equipment and developed the first-ever Lamborghini tractor, named Carioca, which he made from parts of a former military vehicle and engines and differentials from ARAR centres.

Ferruccio founded Lamborghini Trattori in 1948 to design and build tractors, and soon it became one of the largest agricultural equipment manufacturers in Italy. The tractor company helped Ferruccio to become a successful entrepreneur in the midst of Italy’s post-economic boom, and his increasing wealth granted him an opportunity to purchase expensive cars such as Maserati, Mercedes-Benz and even FERRARI.

Here comes the revenge!

In 1958, Ferruccio Lamborghini bought his first expensive car, the Ferrari 350, and in the next few years, he bought a few more Ferrari cars. However, for a long period, he was not satisfied with the performance of the Ferrari cars as they were noisy and rough to handle. He was fond of the Ferrari, and out of concern, he decided to meet Enzo Ferrari, the founder of the Ferrari cars.

Back in the 1960s, Ferrari was one of the few car manufacturers in the world who were popular for making the best sports cars, and its founder was infamous for his pride. When Ferruccio met Enzo Ferrari in person and talked about a few design suggestions and the pitfalls of the Ferrari cars, he received a notorious reply from a Ferrari owner “Let me make cars. You stick to making tractors.”

Ferruccio Lamborghini felt insulted as well as humiliated; who would not? The back-answer encouraged Lamborghini, and he decided to start his car manufacturing company along the lines of “to make a perfect car”. He hired Giotto Bizzarrini, who had designed some of Ferrari’s most recent engines at the time, and engineers Giampaolo Dallara and Giampaolo Stanzani. And this is how the great rivalry began.

The G in the Lamborghini stands for Guts

The man behind the Lamborghini established the Automobili Lamborghini in 1963 to prove Ferrari wrong and manufactured the first-ever Lamborghini car – the 350 GTV in a mere four-month time. The car was unveiled at the 1963 Turin motor show without an engine as the engineers encountered a problem with the planted engine and decided to place bricks under the hood. Gutsy, isn’t it?

Valuation

Being a fan of Lamborghini, people always think working at Lamborghini would be an outstanding achievement, but it’s fun and games until you know the rules of working with Lamborghini. Definitely, Lamborghini is one of the most attractive employers in the world, and the employer takes good care of its employee’s well-being in and outside the workplace.

The company assembles around 20 cars daily and has delivered over 5,090 cars worldwide (Urus SUV contributes half) in the first half of 2022. Being particular, Lamborghini has seen massive growth in the Indian car market, with sales of 69 cars in 2021 alone. Thanks to Urus, which accounts for over 80% of first-time Lamborghini buyers in India.

Lamborghini employs over 1800 people who work in 3 shifts to keep up with tight deadlines. The ownership of the company has been changed three times since 1973, and currently, it is owned by the Volkswagen Group through its subsidiary Audi. The ex-President of Bugatti Automobiles, Stephan Winkelmann, has been the CEO of Lamborghini since 2018, and the company is currently valued at $11 billion.

Hit the sack with our list of the top 5 earbuds of 2022

About a decade ago, talking over a Bluetooth mono headset was labelled as weird and take a look at the world now. Almost everyone around us is either wearing earphones, headphones or earbuds. These gadgets were created to comfort us, but over the years, we have been utilising them only to avoid the presence of the outer world, hope you have heard about Active Noise Cancellation earphones/headphones/earbuds.

We all travel at least an hour to reach our workplaces, and the top 3 ways to pass the time while commuting are by listening to songs, watching movies and scrolling social media. With that enters the innovation of the century, earbuds – a better alternative to the usual earphones and headphones. Over the last couple of years, earbuds have become a part of our bodies, which we can add and remove as per our needs. Let’s see the best ones of the year 2022.

Apple Airpods Pro (2nd Gen)

Price: ₹26,900

When it comes to the list of top 10 earbuds, Apple Airpods Pro (2nd Gen) qualifies automatically. The dreamy earbuds offer an unparalleled ANC experience, an incredible audio output and excellent battery backup. Of course, they’re expensive, but once you get used to the Airpods Pro, there’s no way you’re going for earbuds from another brand.

Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2

Price: ₹17,999

Do you have a Samsung smartphone? If yes, just go for the Galaxy Buds Pro 2, as they get the most out of the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. The buds can produce rich treble and bass, thanks to AKG tuning, a subsidiary of Harman International, which is now owned by Samsung. If you get as many calls in a day, then this is one of the best TWS’ available in the market.

Nothing Ear (Stick)

Price: ₹8,499

The super stylish Nothing Ear (Stick) is, of course, one of the best-designed earbuds of 2022. They allow you have a clear and detailed sound (along with some sound leakage). They offer a better fit than most on-ear earbuds, but we wouldn’t recommend them for workouts. However, if you’re a fan of art and craft, these buds will fulfil your cravings.

OnePlus Nord Buds

Price: ₹2,799

OnePlus launched the Nord Buds at the beginning of 2022, and since then, these budget-friendly earbuds have been ruling the market. The uniquely designed earbuds are very comfortable and surprisingly offer good sound quality. If you’re someone who wants to experience the world of earbuds on a budget, then OnePlus Nord Buds could be the best stepping stone for you.

Sony WF-LS900N

Price: ₹13,990

Getting back to the basics was one of the best decisions Sony made in 2022. After launching several LinkBuds, Sony decided to go for the in-demand type of earbuds and launched Sony WF-LS900N. The lightweight and near-perfect earbuds deliver powerful performance, rich sound quality and effective noise cancellation.

Love at first flight – Top 5 Drones of 2022

The tech industry has come a long way in a very brief time. To capture the place’s aerial beauty or to tell a compelling visual story, cinematographers used to fly in a helicopter, which was pretty expensive. Today, you can do that at a bare minimum cost, as drones let you fly around easily and help you shoot breathtaking photos and videos without much of a hustle.

Fly by the seat of your pants

Getting a drone is one thing, while learning to fly one is another, as it challenges your skills and most of the time, you’ll have to follow your instincts. Your ideal choice of the drone can cost a hefty portion of your bank balance as drones are available in various categories, from budget-friendly beginner drones to the ones that offer the most cinematic experience ever.

DJI Mini 3 Pro

The DJI Mini 3 Pro is the latest incarnation of the DJI Mavic Mini series and the first to feature obstacle avoidance, making it safer and easier to fly. The new 1/1.3-inch 12.1MP sensor of the Mini 3 Pro offers excellent image quality with impressive high ISO handling. The tiny and lightweight drone is known as the best DJI Mavic Mini-series drone to date and is capable of shooting 48MP Raw files and JPEGs.