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Fitness has different definitions for every individual. It is a form of human lifestyles, which are more of a commitment to oneself and not a fad. Infact, fitness is all about maintaining a proper balance between mind, body and soul and for somebody like me fitness has become a huge part of my life in every way. Some want to lose flab to look fab, some desire to attain that chiseled look with that perfect jawline and desirable abs, while there are some who consider fitness as nothing less than a religion. For the people belonging to the last category, their life revolves around fitness exercise and diet as they are very particular about each and everything that’s a part of their regime. Though, fitness and everything related to it plays a pivotal role in the lives of everyone, irrespective of their idea or ideology behind fitness. And for everyone who is into fitness, a certain amount of motivation is required to keep going.

Helo, a revolutionary social networking app, which is specially designed for the Indian audience, has a lot to offer to people who are looking for the right kind of motivation for to kick start & pursue their fitness interests. There are some amazing fitness creators who have been tirelessly creating and post some really interesting content on Helo to motivate everyone towards leading a fitter and better life. Whenever you feel like you are stuck at a dead-end and there is no escape from the clenching claws of junk food, sedentary lifestyle and unhealthy habits, then wait no more and turn to these impressive fitness creators who not only motivate you but also help you with tips and tricks to exercise a healthy schedule. And guess what’s the best part is that? They not only create and share their content in English, but in various Indian regional languages available on Helo. F or example if a certain fitness creator is from Punjab, he or she can easily share the content in the Punjabi language to appeal to all the people familiar with the language.

Here are the 5 accounts on Helo social app that will completely blow your mind off with their sheer determination and fitness goals achieved and aiming towards:

Avinash Jha
He is one of the most popular fitness creators on Helo. With his 84.4K followers, he shares workout plans for men and women, diet tips, fitness challenges and much more to keep a person motivated. Not only that, he also shares entertaining videos to keep his followers engaged.

Fitness Guru Dinesh
With 251.9K followers, Dinesh has a huge fan following amongst various communities and is recognized as one of the of the most popular fitness creators. He lives by the motto, “Aim is Fitness” and directs all his content towards it. He shares his fitness journey on daily basis, right from his body workout plans to fitness challenges.

Cali Boy
He is a renowned fitness creator on Helo, with 157.5K followers. He classifies himself as a Calisthenics Athlete from New Delhi, India. With his posts, he shows that how the right kind of workout can make or keep you fit and energetic all the time.

Smita Yadav
This wonder woman is one of the most trending creators on the platform. She is into fitness, fashion and yoga – making her the fittest in the lot. Smita has 129.4K followers with whom she shares yoga postures and techniques along with the benefits of practising it. Her speciality lies in getting to minute details of the content she puts in for the others to consume; she ensures to include steps, techniques and precautions to perform any Yoga postures, supported by pictures.

Daily Fit With Nishant
He is a fitness expert, coach and athlete, with around 265.6K followers, which in itself is a humongous fan following. The content that he shares is motivational and educative at the same time. Seeing his dedication, his followers have started to follow his footsteps by taking up cycling, going for intense workouts, running, etc. to become fit like him.

These fitness creators also make use of appropriate hashtags to make their content easily accessible and searchable. Some of the common hashtags used by these fitness creators are #HeloFitnessTips, #HeloFitnessChallenge, #Helo, #HeloFitnessKing, #HeloStar, #ShowYourFitBody, etc.

The above-mentioned fitness accounts are not the only fitness related accounts on the Helo social app, but some of the most famous ones. You can follow the ones who are in the above-mentioned list and also explore the ones who are not in here. Your criteria to follow certain accounts must include the relatability, practicality and the overall appeal of the content; rest it depends on subjective opinion.
Note: The followers’ count of the mentioned accounts is as on 19 Nov 2019.

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With the rapid innovation and advancement in technology, every aspect of the human life has been impacted. The digital revolution, one of the biggest success stories of the 20th century has restructured the life of a common man in a way that no one has imagined. Today, I see eager internet users across various age-groups trying to capitalize their personal, professional, social and global growth via the medium. The manner in which mobile devices have provided the ease and accessibility, every company, every service provider wants to reach out to their customer through the internet. The opportunities created, the products and services offered are endless and available at the click of a button.

The way the internet has made everyday tasks faster and more convenient, like shopping and banking, it has simultaneously given rise to an entire frontier of fraudsters and scammers to trick and loot the common man. The magnitude of cybercrime has been increasing considerably on a daily basis and as per the latest reports, one in every ten people are falling victim to internet fraud. A recent survey showed that the most common type of online frauds that people are gullible to are identity theft frauds, purchase scams, business investment opportunities, phishing, and pharming. However, the most repetitive kind of fraud that I have come across is the beneficiary scheme and lottery winner scam.

As educated people, we are cautious and are able to identify fraudsters on the basis of how they tackle the entire situation from fishing for sensitive information to asking for monetary transfers. However, not everyone is vigilant and the total number of cyber offenses in 2017 have exceeded 11.8 million cases of which 3.6 million were identity thefts while 2 million were device related misuse. Fraud examiners have analyzed billions of transactions and revealed that credit card fraud, identity theft, and account takeover or hijacking attempts are the leading cybercrime schemes over the years. Even with these huge numbers, experts believe that over thirty percent of the offenses each year go unreported due to the stigma attached to being a victim or distrust in the system.

While some organizations pin the blame on the customer, some take onus of the situation and educate the customers. State Bank of India has taken your safety as their prime responsibility and shared some pro-tips for your internet safety on the #SBIComputerSecurityDay.

Do’s

§ Use licensed versions of computer software only.

§ Update the antivirus software and antispyware programs.

§ Turn on the two-step authentication.

Don’ts

§ Share sensitive information with ANYONE.

§ Use similar passwords for multiple accounts.

§ Click on links or attachments in unsolicited email.

Your safety and security is as much the company’s responsibility as your own; so it's most important to be safe and responsible online. For more details on how to remain safe online, click here.

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In the most rampant digital age, creating memories through a thousand pictures a day is an easy task, however, it is much easier to forget about them in the uncountable digital albums we have. I’ve always loved to flick through family albums that transports me back in time.

I still remember the summer holidays at my grandpa’s that were no short of crazy adventures and during one such day out, grandpa went click-click with a Polaroid camera and amazed us with the instant pictures. Since then I’ve always associated a Polaroid camera with vintage luxury. Over the years, many manufacturers have launched and discontinued their instant camera and films. But for me, the memories with an instant camera is very precious and it has been an incredibly difficult addiction to give up.

Instant photography still makes me feel great and when I learnt about Fujifilm launching their Instax line I couldn’t contain myself. As the brand launched the Instax Mini 8, I decided to bite the bullet and get myself one of the lovely candy coloured pieces. However being a blogger has its perks, Fujifilm India invited me to the launch event in Mumbai and gave me my very own Instax Mini 8 Joy Box.

The Fujifilm Instax Mini 8 Joy Box came with the camera (of course) along with a carry bag, film rolls, a permanent marker to make notes on the photos and the most important accessory, a selfie lens and mirror to check my reflection before clicking the best selfies ever with an instant camera. Since then the Mini 8 has become my style statement for its ease of use, quality and the fun it brings to my outings.

The company recently launched its latest upgrade to the Mini 8, the Instax Mini 9. The brand has built on the success of its most popular product and upgraded the Instax Mini 8, to the Mini 9 with a few minor changes. The most important feature that the Mini 9 is being differentiated by is the High Key picture mode that will allow brighter and sharper images. The add-on accessories include a selfie mirror and a clip-on close-up lens that will allow for shooting at a close range. Similar to the Mini 8, the Mini 9 uses the Instax Mini film cartridges that produce credit-card-sized prints within moments of capture. Both the colour and monochrome variants of the film packs will be compatible with the new Mini 9.

The brand once again sent me their brand new offering, and it’s the perfect conversation starter that will need no introduction. In terms of pricing, the Mini 9 will be priced at INR 5,999 when it starts retailing. The price is more or less similar to the price of the Mini 8 which was priced at INR 6,490 when it was launched in India. The camera joins Fujifilm’s existing range of instant cameras which include the Mini 25, Mini 70, Mini 90 and Wide 300. To learn more about the Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 or any other of their amazing products visit the official Fujifilm website, here.

Here is an image taken within moments of each other with the Mini 8 and Mini 9.

In the times of several editing tools we use for that perfect picture, I absolutely love the natural pictures that may show my imperfections. Today is the day I’m going to click some pictures with my little one, get #instaxicated and put the pictures on the fairy lights in her bedroom. I may share that perfect picture with you soon.

Until next time,
- Heena

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With so much technology at our fingertips these days, it can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming. Nowhere is this truer than with the proliferation of smartphone apps. There are so many out there, how can you possibly know which ones are the most valuable? Well, if you love to ride your beach bike cruiser (or the best hybrid bikes), then we have found five apps that will make your life so much more rewarding.

Note: These are not in any particular order, so feel free to pick the one that works best for you.

#1 ViewRanger

Street riding can be so boring. If you love to hit the trails on your mountain bike, then you need this app. Unlike other programs that use standard GPS software, ViewRanger specializes in mapping terrain that’s off the beaten path. Best of all, it comes with an open source map so you can find your way offline, too.

#2 Strava

If you are into healthy competition among friends, then you will love this app. While it offers the standard post-ride analysis, the main selling point is that you can see where your pals are riding and compete against their best time.

#3 Map My Ride

As the name suggests, the primary feature of this app is generating a mapped route of your ride. Best of all, you can come up with one before you head out based on your particular area. It tracks your location better than most other similar apps, and the premium version can provide extra training options.

#4 Cyclemeter

Like other apps on this list, Cyclemeter is all about providing you with a wealth of information about each of your rides. However, what we like most about this one is that the data stays on your phone unless you want to share it. This way, you can manage your results without having to connect to the internet.

#5 Bike Doctor

The more you ride, the more wear and tear you put on your bicycle. This app shows you how to perform routine maintenance so that you can save some money in the long run. If you’re a serious gearhead, this is the app for you.

Overall, if you want to make the most out of your next ride, download these apps and see what they can do for you.

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It is a given in these digital times that your selfie game will be on point even if your makeup isn't. I've seen that whenever I'm headed, everyone is constantly taking selfies… individual or group. However, not many phones allow you the luxury of gorgeous selfies, but fret not! With OPPO F3 Plus you can up your game without much effort. Well known for its amazing phones OPPO India Mobiles have launched the OPPO F3 Plus with dual cameras, that’s perfect for clicking great selfies.

The stand out feature for the phone is two front cameras, a 16MP camera with the standard 80° wide angle for individual selfies and an 8MP camera with a 120° wide angle for group selfies. The built-in Smart Facial Recognition feature notifies the user to switch to the group selfie mode when it detects more than a couple of faces on the camera lens.

Apart from the front cameras the OPPO F3 Plus also has a 16MP outstanding rear camera which clicks high-quality pictures with fast focus even in low-light, ensures you get amazing pictures on the go. Some other highlights of the phone are its robust battery that gives you 2 hours on the phone for 5 minutes of charging and its expandable storage that gives you the bandwidth to keep all your data without having to delete any information.

I used the OPPO F3 Plus on my summer getaway to Singapore, and just like every travel enthusiast I wanted beautiful, clear pictures of my trip to the Singa city. Being a person who isn’t that technology savvy, the OPPO F3 made my picture experience a sail through with its amazing camera configuration, battery endurance and the built-in features for editing. After having used it, my mobile review would definitely recommend this phone in the gorgeous gold and rose gold versions which are now available, and will never go out of fashion. The phone has definitely changed the way I function on an everyday basis, not ceasing to impress me each time I go click-click-click.

Isn't the colour contrast and sharpness similar to that of a DSLR? It absolutely is.

So if you are thinking of getting a new smartphone, look no further than the OPPO F3 Plus.

Until next time,
- Heena

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Horror stories have always fascinated me, but only when I’m sure they are imaginary. However nowadays I hear way too many horror stories of compromised security, and those give me goosebumps. Technological advancement has made life so much easier but in hindsight, the same has made every user open to numerous potential risk factors that cannot be mapped.

Just like computers are prone to virus attacks, every device that is connected to the internet poses the same problem, including your Android device that is under constant threat. Chances are, your device is well under the influence one or many 'virus' that you may not even be aware of. Mobile and handheld devices are the prime targets for hackers looking to steal your data; especially since most of us are glued to our devices 24x7. Another crucial factor remains that we logged into our accounts on every available platform, including storing our banking details on our devices; which is a complete security breach. Many of us don’t realise until it’s too late, the dangers of being so careless about security.

More often than not it is better to be safe than sorry. As my phone is my bank of confidential, sensitive and vital information, I have put a lot of efforts in protecting it and securing my privacy. One of the easiest ways to secure my phone was to install an android antivirus app. Though there is a lot of debate about the need for an antivirus app, it is a good idea to install a security software on it. A majority of Android security apps come as a comprehensive package that includes a host of features including real-time security updates, scans for malware, scans for performance issues, alert for malicious downloads as well as remote lock or wipe in the case you lose your mobile.

I’ve installed the AVG Internet Security that offers a choice of free or full protection. The impressive security automatically updates itself, while it acts as a cutting-edge virus scanner that blocks and removes viruses, spyware, and other malware, Block unsafe links, downloads, and email attachments, Keep hackers away with Enhanced Firewall and offers a 24x7 customer service via contact AVG.com.

Not only does my phone remain protected and secure, but also the app doesn’t slow it down. Perfect solution, isn’t it?

Until next time,

~ Heena

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I decided to bring in my 2017 clutter-free and that called for replacing stacks of cardboard boxes full of photos, video cassettes and documents that once crowded my study by a more space efficient and convenient substitute. External hard drives have today turned into this space efficient substitute, that is not only faster or technologically better, but also easily portable and absolutely value for money.

I’ve used the Western Digital My Passport Ultra at work and swear by the sleek and powerful device for its innovation and reliability. Thus when I was looking for a home-solution for all the photos, videos, music I’ve saved, I opted for the Western Digital My Passport. My Passport is the redesigned version of the highly popular My Passport Ultra range and priced slightly higher.

WD My Passport First Impressions
WD has launched My Passport in India in four of the six colours available internationally. The brand has stuck with the most popular colours white, black, red and blue for their India debut. The new look, designed by FuseProject, a design firm founded by the legendary Yves Behar, has an amazing visual appeal. The latest version of My Passport Portable Hard Drive comes with a WD Backup, WD Security and WD Drive Utilities software, an installation guide and USB 3.0 cable. The drive is segmented into two halves, with the upper half plain and the lower half featuring a diagonal scalloped pattern; a port and LED on one side with tiny rubber feet at the base. Though the design does nothing for the overall functionality, it does set it apart from all the competition.

WD My Passport Performance
WD has made available the My Passport in 1-4TB variants, all of them pre-formatted for Windows 10, Windows 8 or Windows 7 operating systems. Since I use a Mac, I reformatted the drive easily. The sequential read/write speeds clocked in at 114.3/114.1MB respectively, making it relatively good at the write speeds, especially for large files.

The entire focus of this product is on the software with all three niche aspects of WD Backup, WD Security and WD Drive Utilities thrown in. WD Backup is the basic folder synchronisation tool offered, which lets users select folders on the PC or to/from a Dropbox/Baidu account to back up automatically as per the pre-defined schedule. WD Security lets users set up the drive’s 256-bit hardware encryption feature to a password, to recognise and synchronise with the registered machine, preventing unauthorised access. Finally, WD Drive Utilities lets users do a quick SMART status check and run diagnostic tests to identify errors if any and prevent drive failures that otherwise would take several hours.

WD My Passport Conclusions
WD has been known for its range of products, and My Passport offers oodles of storage, good performance, password protection and a two-year warranty. With a price tag of between 7 and 17k, it’s a product to reckon with. Though the drive is a good choice for the portable storage needs, the only glitch is that the password encryption doesn’t prevent the drive from being reformatted. Yes, users might lose the drive but they can be rest assured that the content will not fall into the wrong hands.

If you are looking for a portable hard drive, my suggestion would be to compare your selected product with WD My Passport before you seal the deal.
~ Heena

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Life is a journey with a definite destination. However, more important than reaching the destination, is the manner in which the journey is undertaken. And in today's chaotic world full of #IfsOfLife, everyone must be equipped with the best of life tools to make this journey comfortable and enriching even in the most unplanned and most unpleasant situations. Everyone has a long list of, varied things that would make the journey called life, sail through. No matter what you have on your list the two things that you should make it to your list are Health and Financial Security.

 The two things, that are as diverse as chalk and cheese are very difficult to bring together. But one brand has managed this major coup to bring us a term plan that combines the benefits of health with the security of wealth. Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance launched their progressive eTouchOnline Term and Health Cover plan, that is a regular premium payment, pure term and health cover plan.

The plan sure stands out from what the competition offers in a number of ways. The e-Touch Online Term and health cover plan intertwine both health and term insurance in a single product. With e-Touch Online Term and health cover plan, you get the advantage of having a term plan coupled with benefits on accidental death, accidental total permanent disability and 34 critical illnesses till the age of 75. Also, the plan offers varied options to receive policy proceeds and a lower premium for leading healthy lifestyles. The brand not only tracks your health but also equips you with the tools to maintain it, using the recently launched B-Fit app.

The B-Fit app is a pledge you will make to set your health goals, track your activities and earn rewards for achieving your set targets. The app tracks all your calorie intake with a monitor diary, acts as a food guide and recommends food items as per your lifestyle, creates a Health Profile on the basis of the information you update on it, keeps a count of your daily steps via the tracker and also curates content that help you achieve your set goals.

A unique concept as such sure needs to be explored; and I'm all set to chart my financial planning in a worry-free manner.

What about you?

~ Heena

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You may have followed my Asus series for the phones and tabs on iCynosure and must be pretty familiar with how much I love the brand. The phones have occupied an enviable place in my list of gadgets to own over the last year and a half since I first connected with the brand especially for its ‘fashion blogger’ committed features, balanced specifications and its mid-level price point. With every phone/variant, the brand has outdone themselves with a spectacular design, good quality parts, and focus on pricing. The combination has been continued with Zenfone 3 thereby retaining the legacy.

Now let’s talk about the #Z3NCREDIBLEIndia! Available in two variants 5.2 and 5.5 inches, I’m reviewing the 5.2-inch 3GB variant. Zenfone 3 is an agile, exquisite design inspired by the beauty of nature backed by a glass-and-metal body that ensures safety coupled with an ultra-fast 0.03s TriTech auto-focus technology that captures your world with absolute clarity.

As a person who is more into fashion than into technology, there are a couple of instant hits that instantly drew me to Zenfone 3.

Stunning Craftsmanship
Zenfone 3 is such a stunner, a redefined craftsmanship contoured with a Corning Gorilla Glass, tapered into a thin 6.16mm edge and a fluid, multi-dimensional design. A diamond-like natural beauty with the signature concentric-circle pattern for a life less ordinary.

Elegant Display
ZenFone 3 is a sight for sore eyes with its fabulous wide display with 1920 x 1080 full HD resolution and 600 Nits brightness. With an almost 75% display screen to body ratio, viewing becomes a pleasure even under the harshest/brightest light conditions.

Touch Security
Zenfone 3 is armed with a fingerprint sensor that is perfectly positioned in the way the phone is held. All the personal data secure with this feature should it fall in the wrong hand while unlocking in 0.2 seconds when touch sensor used.

Perfect Frame
Zenfone 3 is included with a four-axis optical image stabilizer (OIS) that senses and prevents hand movements from blurring photos; while a three-axis electronic image stabilizer (EIS) keeps the handheld videos rock steady for shock-free, steady and good-looking pictures and videos.

Excellent Performance
Zenfone 3’s external beauty is supplemented with a rock-steady internal powerhouse processor, the Snapdragon 625 that deliver complete performance while reducing power consumption by 35%. The 4G/3G dual-SIM bay for complete flexibility, a powerful 3000mAh battery and reversible USB-C makes the Zenfone 3 a connectivity convenience!

Here are some of the pictures that I #ShotOnZenfone3 on my recent trip.

My Final Thoughts: The Zenfone 3 is without a doubt the best in the series with a renewed focus on design and performance. A great display screen along with the camera highlights and an unexpectedly amazing battery life makes it a sure winner for me.

Until next time,
- Heena

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