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Asus has launched the Vivobook 14 (X1407QA) in India, equipped with the powerful Snapdragon X processor for high efficiency and performance.
This laptop features 16GB LPDDR5X RAM at 8448 MHz and a 512GB PCIe 4.0 NVMe SSD, ensuring high-speed multitasking and ample storage.
The 14-inch IPS FHD+ display offers a 16:10 aspect ratio, TÜV Rheinland certification, and a brightness of 300 nits for eye comfort during extended use.
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* Queen will release a 5CD+2LP super deluxe Queen II box set on 27 March 2026 via EMI, expanding the original 1974 album extensively.

* Audio Research I/55 is a compact tube integrated amplifier derived from I/70, succeeding I/50, targeting high-end listeners seeking classic tube sound with m…

* ToxFreeLife tested 81 headphone models from brands including Sony, Apple, JBL, Bose, Samsung, and Temu across European retail and online marketplaces.

* Audio-Technica launches the ATH-CKD7NC USB-C wired earphones on February 27, featuring hybrid noise cancelling and priced at ¥9,680 via direct sales.