Microsoft just announced the new generation Surface 2 and Surface Pro 2. Not only did Microsoft refresh their tablet lineup, they also announced new and updated accessories for the new generation tablets. Some of the new accessories include Touch Cover 2, Type Cover 2, Wireless Adapter for Typing covers and the Power Cover. Continue reading “Microsoft announces refreshed accessories for new Surface tablets”
Microsoft has announced its refresh of the Surface devices today, with the new Surface 2, the Surface Pro 2 and a whole lot of updated accessories. The Surface 2 is the updated version of Surface RT, running on the much criticized Windows RT platform. Last year, it was meant as one of the first entries into the ARM territory for Microsoft, and this year, without much change in the strategy, Microsoft has done a Spec bump to the older version. The new Surface 2 runs on a Tegra 4 Quad Core processor, a full HD Clear Type 1080p screen, a two-step kickstand for better usage on the lap and even a second colour option in Silver. They also claim that it is thinner and lighter than the original Surface.
Back in July SmartNamo, Android smartphone named after Gujarat Chief Minister, Narendra Modi was announced. Later in August Smart Namo Phablet with 6.5-inch 1080p display was unveiled. Now new SmartNaMo phones Saffron and Saffron Two are up for pre-order from online retailer Snapdeal. The Saffron One has a 5-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) Full HD display and the Saffron Two comes with a 6.5-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) Full HD display. Both these phones are powered by a 1.5 GHz quad-core MediaTek MTK6589T processor and runs on Android 4.2 (Jelly Bean). which is upgradable to future versions. Continue reading “SmartNaMo Saffron One and Saffron Two with 1080p displays up for pre-order, priced at Rs. 18000 and Rs. 24000”
Oppo have finally revealed all the details of their latest camera centric flagship device – the Oppo N1. The N1 was announced at an event in Beijing amidst much expectations, as we had detailed ours a while back. It has a 5.9 inch full HD resolution IPS display, a O-Touch rear sensor for single handed touch interaction on the back and is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 600 Quad Core processor. At 5.9 inches, the device is huge and as a result, sports a massive 3610 mAH battery too. But the main USP is a 13 Megapixel Sony EXMOR RS Stacked CMOS Sensor camera, with a f2.0 aperture six element lens that sits on a rotating swivel and turns 206 degrees!
Apple has just announced that they have sold a record-breaking 9 million new iPhone 5S and iPhone 5C models in just three days after the launch on September 20th. These devices were launch in range of countries including, US, Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Puerto Rico, Singapore and the UK. Demand for the iPhone 5S has exceeded the initial supply, and many online orders are pushed to next month, says the company. Continue reading “Apple sells record 9 million iPhone 5S and 5C devices in 3 days, 200 million iOS devices running on iOS 7”
Gionee unveiled the Elife E6, the company’s latest flagship phone back in June. The company already announced that the phone would launch in India, now Gionee has sent us an invite for the India launch slated for October 3rd. The Elife E6 has a 5-inch (1920 x 1080 pixels) display based on one-glass solution (OGS+) technology, powered by a 1.5 GHz quad-core Mediatek MT6589T processor processor and runs on Android 4.2. Continue reading “Gionee Elife E6 launching in India on October 3rd”
Nokia’s long awaited Lumia 1020 is finally coming to India. The brand has started sending out invites for the launch event to be held on 26th September. Continue reading “Nokia Lumia 1020 to launch in India on 26th September”
What you see above is a leaked press image of the Nokia Lumia 929, a device heading to the Verizon network in USA, exclusively. The image comes via @evleaks who has a good track record of getting it right. So, assuming the name is right, the Lumia 929 sports a 20 Megapixel PureView Camera on its back, which is purportedly the same one that is coming up on the Lumia 1520 too. The device also looks to have a polycarbonate matte body, which looks similar to the one on the Lumia 720.
LG’s latest flagship device is expected to launch in India on 30th September and it has already been listed online. Popular online retailer, Saholic, has listed the device at a price point of Rs. 40,499 and promises to deliver the device on 30th itself. Continue reading “LG G2 gets priced online in India for Rs. 40,499”
Cygnett, popular international digital accessories brand has launched Alternate, a two-tone dockable cases for the iPhone 5 and the 5S in India. This lets you alternate between Work and Play, since these feature two pairs of ends in alternate colors, says the company. This case also comes with a screen protector and lifetime Guarantee. Since the case has removable ends, it offers easy in-case docking. Continue reading “Cygnett Two-tone case for iPhone 5 and 5S launched in India for Rs. 2499”
Ever since CyanogenMod announced the formation of a new company called Cyanogen Inc, there’s been a lot of drama involved within the team. Guillaume Lesniak, the person behind the rather awesome Focal camera app, has distanced himself from Cyanogen because of the changes in licensing. The app will now be available on the Google Play store and is initially in beta phase. Continue reading “Focal camera app now available on Google Play, distances itself from CyanogenMod”
BlackBerry released the Z30, the company’s latest flagship smartphone last week. BlackBerry said during their recent earnings that that have plans to release at least four devices even though there were job cuts. Now BBin.in has got hold of the first image of the C-Series smartphone. BlackBerry released the Q5, an affordable variant of the Q10 in India recently, and the C-Series smartphone that has leaked would have a variant with a QWERTY keyboard. Continue reading “BlackBerry C-Series smartphone surfaces”
Two of the largest phablets in the market are the Sony Xperia Z Ultra and Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3. The Xperia Z Ultra was announced in June and launched in July while the Galaxy Mega 6.3 was announced in April and launched in June. The Xperia Z Ultra is Sony’s flagship with top of the shelf specifications while the Galaxy Mega is just a big phablet from Samsung. 
Continue reading “Sony Xperia Z Ultra vs Samsung Galaxy Mega 6.3”
Ever since we heard of the confirmation that Oppo is launching a new camera-centric flagship device called the Oppo N1, we have been genuinely excited to see what kind of camera innovation the company is going to bring forward. After the confirmation of the product, the company had released an array of teasers, which have revealed quite a lot about the device that is going to launch today. Incidentally, today, or perhaps five years back, was the same day the first ever Android phone(HTC Dream G1) released, and Oppo’s event today is a gentle nod, how cool is that!
Anyway, after looking at all the teasers, we couldn’t help but raise our expectations, especially since the company is already known to produce great handsets like the Find 5. So, we’ve compiled a list of things you need to know about the N1 and what to expect from the launch, read on.
Airtel released the my airtel app for Android, iPhone and BlackBerry smartphones back in September 2012. Now the app is available for Windows Phone 8 devices. It lets you manage airtel mobile, broadband & digital tv connections, pay outstanding bills, recharge pre-paid accounts, activate or deactivate any service, raise requests-complaints and more. This only works on a registered alternate contact number for airtel broadband and digital tv users. Continue reading “Airtel’s my airtel app now available for Windows Phone 8 devices”
