HTC One mini now available in India online for Rs. 34999, Desire 500 coming soon for Rs. 21490

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We are reported that HTC plans to launch the One mini and the Desire 500 in India soon. The Desire 500 appeared on Snapdeal last week, now the price of the phone has been revealed. Both the phones have been listed on Flipkart. The One mini was announced back in July and packs a 4.3-inch (1280 x 720 pixels) HD display, powered by a 1.4 GHz dual-core Snapdragon 400 processor and runs on Android 4.2.2 with Sense 5. The Desire 500 was announced back in July and packs a 4.3-inch  (480 × 800 pixels) display, powered by a 1.2 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 200 processor and runs on Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean) with Sense 5. Continue reading “HTC One mini now available in India online for Rs. 34999, Desire 500 coming soon for Rs. 21490”

LeapPad 2 Learning Tablet for Kids launched in India for Rs. 11999

LeapPad 2

LeapFrog, popular for its educational entertainment and MBE (My Baby Excels), a premium toy brand has partnered to launch the LeapPad 2, the latest kid’s learning tablet in India. The LeapPad Explorer was launched last year in partnership with MBE, and the the next generation tablet would also come with entertainment and creative exploration including extensive library of learning games, eBooks, videos, music and more. This tablet is aimed at kids between 3 to 9 years.  Continue reading “LeapPad 2 Learning Tablet for Kids launched in India for Rs. 11999”

Nokia Lumia 1020 up for pre-order in India for Rs. 49999

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Nokia launched the Lumia 1020, the company’s latest flagship smartphone in India last week, but they did not announce the pricing. Nokia said they would announce the price only on October 10th, a day before the launch, now the phone is available for pre-order from the official Nokia Shop for Rs 49,999. The Lumia 1020 has a 4.5-inch (1280 × 768 pixels) AMOLED capacitive touch screen ClearBlack display with Pure Motion HD+ technology. It is powered by a 1.5 GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon processor and runs on the latest Windows Phone 8 OS with Amber update. Continue reading “Nokia Lumia 1020 up for pre-order in India for Rs. 49999”

MTS India is the first operator in the country to get a unified telecom license

The Cabinet has approved the New Telecom Policy 2012 back in May 2012 which was the main reason for the introduction of free roaming across the country at a nominal cost and the upcoming Full Mobile Number Portability (MNP). It also stressed on single license across India under a new unified licence regime that prevents a separate license for the operators. Now MTS India, which operates under Sistema Shyam TeleServices (SSTL) has announced that they have received its Unified Telecom License. Continue reading “MTS India is the first operator in the country to get a unified telecom license”

ZTE nubia 5 and Grand S with 5-inch 1080p display, quad-core Snapdragon processor coming to USA

ZTE Nubia 5

ZTE has announced two new smartphones, the nubia 5 and the Grand S for the U.S. markets. Both these phones have a 5-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) full HD IPS display at 440 ppi, powered by a 1.5 GHz Quad-Core Snapdragon S4 Pro (APQ8064) processor and run on Android 4.1.2 (Jelly Bean). ZTE unveiled the Grand S earlier this year at the CES 2013. We even brought you the hands-on photos and videos at that time.  Continue reading “ZTE nubia 5 and Grand S with 5-inch 1080p display, quad-core Snapdragon processor coming to USA”

HCL ME Champ tablet for Kids with 7-inch display, Android 4.1 now available for Rs. 7399

HCL ME Champ

Swipe launched the Junior tablet aimed at Kids, now the HCL ME Champ is available in India from online retailer Snapdeal which is also aimed at Kids. It has a 7-inch (800 x 480 pixels) multi-touch display, powered by a 1 GHz Cortex A9 processor with Mali-400 GPU and runs on Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean). It has a 2-megapixel rear camera and a 0.3-megapixel (VGA) front-facing camera. Continue reading “HCL ME Champ tablet for Kids with 7-inch display, Android 4.1 now available for Rs. 7399”

Micromax Funbook Mini P410 with Dual SIM support and 3G voice calling now available for Rs. 8820

Micromax Funbook mini

Micromax Funbook Mini P410 that appeared  yesterday, is now available from online retailer Infibeam. It has a 7-inch (1024 x 600 pixels) capacitive touch screen display, powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor and runs on Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean). It has dual SIM cars slots with 3G support, voice calling and SMS.  It has a 2-megapixel rear camera and a 0.3-megapixel (VGA) front-facing camera. Continue reading “Micromax Funbook Mini P410 with Dual SIM support and 3G voice calling now available for Rs. 8820”

LG G Flex smartphone with 6-inch Curved OLED display reportedly coming in November

LG Flexible OLED Panel

LG Electronics  plans to launch a smartphone with a curved screen next month, according to a recent report from the Wall Street Journal. CNET reported yesterday that new LG with a concave curved display will be revealed later this month and will be called the LG Z or Z1. We don’t have any solid leaks or a image of the prototype yet, but WSJ has posted a prototype sketch of the device that shows how much the device will bend. Samsung is also rumored to introduce the Galaxy Note 3 Active with curved display later this month. Continue reading “LG G Flex smartphone with 6-inch Curved OLED display reportedly coming in November”

MTS launches MTS Contest Zone, lets you win prizes everyday

MTS Contest Zone

Sistema Shyam TeleServices Ltd. (SSTL) which operates as MTS brand and Hungama Mobile, one of the largest digital entertainment company has partnered to launch MTS Contest Zone IVR-based initiative for contests and gaming through the year. This lets you play contests across several categories including, General Knowledge, Bollywood, Sports, Festivals,  Special Events and more. Continue reading “MTS launches MTS Contest Zone, lets you win prizes everyday”

Swipe Junior tablet for Kids with 7-inch display, Android 4.1 launched for Rs. 5990

Swipe Junior

Swipe Telecom has launched Swipe Junior, the company’s first tablet for Kids. It has a 7-inch (1024 x 600 pixels) 5-point multi-touch display, powered by a 1 GHz processor and runs on Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean). It has a 2-megapixel rear camera and a 0.3-megapixel (VGA) front-facing camera. The tablet comes with parental lock that lets parents restrict or block internet usage,  restrict apps that can be accessed by children using Application Manager and a timer to set the amount of time each day that their child can use the tablet. Continue reading “Swipe Junior tablet for Kids with 7-inch display, Android 4.1 launched for Rs. 5990”

Dell Venue 7 and Venue 8 tablets with dual-core Intel Atom Z2580 processor and Android 4.2 announced

Dell Venue 7

Dell has introduced two new tablets powered by a 2 GHz dual-core Intel Atom Z2580 Clover Trail+ processor. The Venue 7 has a 7-inch (1280 x 800 pixels) IPS display and the Venue 8 has a 7-inch (1280 x 800 pixels). Both these tablets run on Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean) and packs 2 GB of RAM. The Venue 7 has a 3-megapixel rear camera and a 0.3-megapixel (VGA) front-facing camera. The Venue 8 has a 5-megapixel rear camera with 1080p video recording and a 2-megapixel front-facing HD camera. Both these tablets come with 4100 mAh battery and has optional 3G support apart from the usual connectivity options such as WiFi, Bluetooth and Micro USB. The 7-inch Venue 7 would compete with the NVIDIA Tegra Note that was unveiled recently. Continue reading “Dell Venue 7 and Venue 8 tablets with dual-core Intel Atom Z2580 processor and Android 4.2 announced”

Vodafone India launches new My Vodafone app for Android, iOS and BlackBerry

My Vodafone

Vodafone India has launched a new My Vodafone self service app for iOS, Android and Blackberry platforms. This lets you pay phone bills, recharge prepaid account, track service requests, subscribe to the best offers and more. The app allows real-time integration with Vodafone systems to access several information such as billing, recharge and data consumption. This works both on GPRS and 3G and also on Wi-Fi (Registration requires Vodafone Data Connectivity).

Even though the app has been available for the past few months, the updated version 2.0 app brings a lot of new features several improvements that makes it faster.

Speaking about the app, Vivek Mathur, Chief Commercial Officer, Vodafone India, said

As customers evolve they will increasingly seek self-service. An easily accessible and user friendly portal is essential in this context. We believe ‘My Vodafone’ app will help our customers track daily usage and empower them in line with our proposition of ‘POWER TO YOU’.

Features of My Vodafone for Android, iOS and BlackBerry

  • View your current bill details, charges, unbilled amount, credit limit etc
  • Pay bills or recharge your account using your Credit Card
  • View recent payments made  or Check your main and bonus balance
  • View and subscribe to best offers
  • View/Change Bill preferences
  • View recent recharges and deductions
  • View current voice plan details, data plan details and recent data usage
  • View current data plan details and data usage

Download My Vodafone (Free) – Android | iPhone and iPad | BlackBerry

Videocon launches new 3G Android smartphones under Infinium series starting from Rs. 6000

Videocon Infinium Series

Videocon Mobiles has launched  new range of Android smartphones,  A55HD, A55qHD, A54, A53, A52, A48, A42 and A31 under new Infinium sub-brand. These Android-powered  3G smartphones are aimed at both first-time smartphone users and long time smartphones users. The A55HD that we reviewed recently, A53,  A52 and A42 are already available in the Indian market. Videocon A55qHD, A54, A48 and A31 would be available in the market soon. Continue reading “Videocon launches new 3G Android smartphones under Infinium series starting from Rs. 6000”

Gionee Elife E6 officially launched in India for Rs. 22,999

Gionee has officially launched the Elife E6, the company’s latest flagship smartphone in India as they promised. The Elife E6 went on sale in India last week and packs a 5-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) full HD display based on one-glass solution (OGS+) technology and Gorilla glass 3 protection. It is powered by a 1.5 GHz quad-core Mediatek MT6589T processor processor and runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean) with Gionee’s own Amigo interface. Priced at Rs. 22,999/- (MOP) the Elife E6 will be available starting today. Continue reading “Gionee Elife E6 officially launched in India for Rs. 22,999”

LinkedIn and Pulse for iPhone and iPad refreshed for iOS 7, LinkedIn for BlackBerry 10 gets new features

LinkedIn and Pulse for iPhone

LinkedIn has updated their official LinkedIn app for both the iPhone, iPad and BlackBerry 10. Even before the iOS 7 release a lot of apps got updated with iOS 7 support, including a new UI. Now the LinkedIn and Pulse apps have finally been updated with a new flatter, cleaner and more modern UI for iOS 7. LinkedIn acquired Pulse, a news reader app back in April, and this is the first major update after the acquisition. The new LinkedIn app for BlackBerry v10.1.5 brings improved and unified search, specialized content catered to your interests, better sharing and a simpler design. Continue reading “LinkedIn and Pulse for iPhone and iPad refreshed for iOS 7, LinkedIn for BlackBerry 10 gets new features”