Samsung India has cut the price of both their 7-inch Galaxy Tab 2 Android tablets. The Galaxy S3 and the Galaxy S Duos smartphones got a price cut earlier this month. Samsung launched the Galaxy Tab 2 310 in India back in May last year at a MOP of Rs. 19,500 and the Wi-Fi only variant, the Galaxy Tab 2 311 went on sale in India couple of weeks back at Rs. 13,900. Continue reading “Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 310 and Tab 2 311 get a price cut, now available for Rs. 15999 and Rs. 12599”
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PVR app for BlackBerry 10 with NFC wallet launched
PVR has launched NFC-enabled PVR app for BlackBerry 10 devices, powered by NEC’s Integrated E-money solution. BlackBerry launched the BlackBerry Z10 smartphone in India yesterday, and this app would let movie goers, tap & pay for movie tickets and refreshments without using paper money across 15 PVR cinemas in cities including Delhi & NCR, Chennai, Mumbai, Chandigarh, Pune, Hyderabad, and Bangalore. Continue reading “PVR app for BlackBerry 10 with NFC wallet launched”
LG rolls out Android 4.1 update for Optimus Vu 2 in Korea
LG has started rolling out Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) update for the Optimus Vu 2 in Korea. The LG Optimus Vu 2 was launched in Korea back in September with Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich). LG confirmed Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) update for range of high-end devices including, Optimus LTE 2, Optimus G, Optimus Vu and Optimus Vu 2 last year. Continue reading “LG rolls out Android 4.1 update for Optimus Vu 2 in Korea”
LG buys webOS for Smart TVs
LG Electronics has announced that they have acquired webOS operating system technology from HP that include, source code, associated documentation, engineering talent and related websites associated with webOS for development of next-generation Smart TV technology. They did not reveal the price for the deal. Continue reading “LG buys webOS for Smart TVs”
Sony Mobile to launch Firefox OS device in 2014
Mozilla previewed the first commercial build of its Firefox OS at the MWC 2013. The company had announced that Alcatel (TCL), LG, ZTE and Huawei would release smartphones running Firefox OS later this year. Telefónica one of the operator partners for the Firefox OS has announced that they have partnered with Sony Mobile to bring the Firefox-powered mobile devices next year. Continue reading “Sony Mobile to launch Firefox OS device in 2014”
Konka Expose 960 and Expose 970 Android Smartphones launched for Rs. 13999 and Rs. 14999
Konka, a popular Chinese manufacturer has entered into Indian market with 2 Android Smartphones, Konka Expose 960 and Expose 970. These are powered by 1 GHz dual-core MediaTek MT6577 Processors and runs on Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich). These have a 8MP auto focus camera at the back with LED Flash and a 2MP front-facing camera. Continue reading “Konka Expose 960 and Expose 970 Android Smartphones launched for Rs. 13999 and Rs. 14999”
Aircel offers unlimited 3G data access for 3 hours every day for 30 days
Aircel has launched Aircel 3G Mornings, a new 3G trial offer that would let both their new and old customers enjoy unlimited free 3G data access between 6:00AM to 9:00AM for 30 days. This is definitely a great deal for Aircel customers using 3G handsets and tablets to catch up the latest happenings early morning. It doesn’t come with any terms and conditions relating to speed or price. Continue reading “Aircel offers unlimited 3G data access for 3 hours every day for 30 days”
Airtel to launch Voice services for 4G LTE customers in Pune
Airtel has announced that they would launch voice services for 4G TD-LTE customers in Pune soon, through its existing GSM network. Airtel is the only operator in India to combine voice with TD-LTE services through GSM network. Airtel launched their 4G LTE services in Pune last October, followed by Kolkata and Bengaluru. Nokia Siemens Networks would deploy its Circuit Switched FallBack (CSFB) voice solution in the operator’s live TD-LTE network in Pune. Last week the Telecom Commission announced that the BWA spectrum holders can offer voice services. Continue reading “Airtel to launch Voice services for 4G LTE customers in Pune”
LG unveils World’s smallest Wireless Charger WCP-300
LG has releases a new Wireless Charging Pad (WCP-300), which is just 6.98 cm in diameter. LG claims that it is the world’s smallest wireless charger. Even though it is small in size, it would would offer better charging efficiency than the existing LG wireless chargers with up to 1.7 times large area with its circular design. Continue reading “LG unveils World’s smallest Wireless Charger WCP-300”
ZTE Open with Firefox OS, 1 GHz processor announced
ZTE has announced the ZTE Open with Mozilla Firefox OS. It is just an entry-level smartphone with a 3.5-inch (480×320 pixels) capacitive touch screen display, 1GHz MSM7225A Snapdragon S1 processor. It has a 3.2MP fixed focus camera and packs a 1200 mAh battery. The Firefox OS has integrated Facebook and Twitter apps,. You can download more apps from the Firefox Marketplace. Continue reading “ZTE Open with Firefox OS, 1 GHz processor announced”
ZTE Grand Memo with 5.7-inch HD display, 1.5 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor announced
ZTE teased the Grand Memo at Hong Kong last month, now the company has officially unveiled the device at MWC 2013. It features a 5.7-inch (1280 x 720 pixels) HD display, powered by a 1.5 GHz quad-core Qualcomm 800 processor with Adreno 330 GPU and runs on Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean). We have seen the Optimus G Pro, HTC One and the latest Asus Padfone Infinity, but this is the first Smartphone to be announced with a Snapdragon 800 processor. It has 13MP auto focus camera with LED Flash and a 1MP front-facing camera. Continue reading “ZTE Grand Memo with 5.7-inch HD display, 1.5 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor announced”
Sony Xperia Tablet Z to roll out globally from Q2 2013
Sony unveiled the Xperia Tablet Z in Japan last month. Here at MWC 2013 the company did not announced any new devices, but announced that it would roll out globally in Q2 2013. The Xperia Tablet Z has a 10.1-inch HD (1920 x 1200 pixels) WUXGA Display with Mobile BRAVIA Engine 2, Shatter proof sheet on scratch-resistant glass and has unique OmniBalance design similar to the Xperia Z smartphone. It has S-Force Front Surround 3D, Clear Audio+ mode and two in-built speakers for enhanced audio output. It would come in 4G LTE / 3G and WiFi-only variants. Continue reading “Sony Xperia Tablet Z to roll out globally from Q2 2013”
Asus fonepad with 7-inch IPS display, 3G voice calling, 1.2 GHz Intel Atom processor announced
Asus has announced the most rumored fonepad finally at the MWC 2013 in Barcelona. It comes with a 7-inch (1280 x 800 pixels) IPS display, runs on Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean) and is powered by a 1.2 GHz Intel Atom Z2420 processor. It has a 3 MP rear camera with 720p video recording and a 1.2 MP front-facing camera. It has metallic finish and comes with 3G support with voice calling features. Continue reading “Asus fonepad with 7-inch IPS display, 3G voice calling, 1.2 GHz Intel Atom processor announced”
Asus Padfone Infinity with 5-inch 1080p display, 1.7 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 600 processor announced
Asus has announced the Padfone Infinity, successor of the Padfone 2 that was unveiled few months back. It has a 5-inch Full HD (1920×1080 pixels) IPS display, powered by 1.7 GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 processor with Adreno 320 GPU and runs on Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean). It has a metallic body and comes with a PadFone station dock with a 10.1-inch (1920×1080 pixels) display with anti-finger print coating. It has unibody frame and brushed metal aluminium finish. Continue reading “Asus Padfone Infinity with 5-inch 1080p display, 1.7 GHz quad-core Snapdragon 600 processor announced”
LG to demo Wireless Ultra HD Transmission for Smartphones at MWC 2013
LG has announced that they would demo Wireless Ultra High Definition (Ultra HD) Transmission technology for smartphones at MWC 2013. This would let users view games and other smartphone content on Ultra HD Tvs in real time, via wireless data transfer. Continue reading “LG to demo Wireless Ultra HD Transmission for Smartphones at MWC 2013”